Physical Therapist salary in Alabama
Physical Therapists in Alabama earn a median of $46.65 per hour, about $97,040 a year, 4% below the U.S. median of $48.57. The middle half earn between $37.89 and $55.89 per hour. The highest median among Alabama metro areas is in Gadsden, AL, at $49.51 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $46.65median pay per hour
- $97,040median pay per year
- 2,750physical therapists employed in Alabama
- #39of 50 states by median pay
Physical Therapist pay in Alabama: percentiles
| Level | Alabama per hour | Alabama per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.71 | $68,040 | $35.78 |
| Lower quartile | $37.89 | $78,810 | $40.13 |
| Median | $46.65 | $97,040 | $48.57 |
| Upper quartile | $55.89 | $116,250 | $56.34 |
| Top 10% | $61.93 | $128,810 | $63.70 |
Physical Therapist pay by metro area in Alabama
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Alabama median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gadsden, AL | $49.51 | $102,980 | 90 | 6% above | — |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $48.39 | $100,640 | 120 | 4% above | $55.16 |
| Dothan, AL | $48.11 | $100,070 | 110 | 3% above | $57.39 |
| Huntsville, AL | $48.07 | $99,990 | 290 | 3% above | $51.65 |
| Decatur, AL | $46.93 | $97,620 | 50 | 1% above | $53.81 |
| Birmingham, AL | $46.88 | $97,520 | 950 | in line with | $51.15 |
| Anniston-Oxford, AL | $46.41 | $96,540 | 40 | 1% below | — |
| Montgomery, AL | $45.23 | $94,070 | 150 | 3% below | $50.43 |
| Mobile, AL | $45.21 | $94,030 | 230 | 3% below | $51.32 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL | $44.99 | $93,580 | 100 | 4% below | — |
| Auburn-Opelika, AL | $44.81 | $93,200 | 100 | 4% below | $50.96 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Physical Therapist pay in states next to Alabama
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Alabama |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $47.54 | $98,880 | 2% above Alabama |
| Georgia | $49.00 | $101,930 | 5% above Alabama |
| Mississippi | $46.68 | $97,080 | in line with Alabama |
| Tennessee | $48.40 | $100,660 | 4% above Alabama |
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Common questions
How much does a physical therapist make in Alabama?
The median is $46.65 per hour, about $97,040 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $32.71 and the top 10% earn over $61.93 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Alabama city pays physical therapists the most?
Among Alabama metro areas, Gadsden, AL has the highest median at $49.51 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Alabama rank for physical therapist pay?
Alabama ranks 39th of 50 states by median physical therapist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Amedisys Home Health of Alabama, LLC.Dothan, AL · 1 wage offer$64.41/ hr$64–$64
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$73.08/ hr$63–$83
- AmedisysPlymouth, MA · 3 postings$69.71/ hr$60–$85
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