Physical Therapist salary in Georgia
Physical Therapists in Georgia earn a median of $49.00 per hour, about $101,930 a year, 1% above the U.S. median of $48.57. The middle half earn between $39.42 and $57.08 per hour. The highest median among Georgia metro areas is in Brunswick-St. Simons, GA, at $58.38 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $49.00median pay per hour
- $101,930median pay per year
- 5,480physical therapists employed in Georgia
- #14of 50 states by median pay
Physical Therapist pay in Georgia: percentiles
| Level | Georgia per hour | Georgia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.76 | $76,460 | $35.78 |
| Lower quartile | $39.42 | $81,990 | $40.13 |
| Median | $49.00 | $101,930 | $48.57 |
| Upper quartile | $57.08 | $118,730 | $56.34 |
| Top 10% | $62.99 | $131,020 | $63.70 |
Physical Therapist pay by metro area in Georgia
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Georgia median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick-St. Simons, GA | $58.38 | $121,420 | 40 | 19% above | $66.56 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $52.92 | $110,070 | 60 | 8% above | $56.42 |
| Albany, GA | $52.25 | $108,690 | 60 | 7% above | $59.60 |
| Macon-Bibb County, GA | $51.14 | $106,380 | 130 | 4% above | $57.77 |
| Dalton, GA | $50.74 | $105,540 | 60 | 4% above | $56.48 |
| Rome, GA | $50.52 | $105,070 | 120 | 3% above | $56.03 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $49.90 | $103,790 | 3,210 | 2% above | $49.87 |
| Valdosta, GA | $47.24 | $98,260 | 60 | 4% below | $53.52 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $47.23 | $98,230 | 130 | 4% below | $50.60 |
| Savannah, GA | $46.78 | $97,300 | 230 | 5% below | $49.14 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $46.26 | $96,230 | 210 | 6% below | $51.81 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $46.16 | $96,000 | 300 | 6% below | $50.23 |
| Gainesville, GA | $45.36 | $94,350 | 100 | 7% below | — |
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 Georgia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $46.65 | $97,040 | 5% below Georgia |
| Florida | $47.54 | $98,880 | 3% below Georgia |
| North Carolina | $46.47 | $96,670 | 5% below Georgia |
| South Carolina | $48.54 | $100,950 | 1% below Georgia |
| Tennessee | $48.40 | $100,660 | 1% below Georgia |
What employers are posting in Georgia
- 20roles with published pay
- $54.92median pay per hour
- $51–$73typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Amedisys | 10 | $65.83 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 5 | $54.50 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 2 | $49.17 |
| Select Medical | 2 | $39.91 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 1 | $52.33 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 20 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Physical Therapist jobs in Georgia · Physical Therapist salary nationwide · Georgia state guide
Common questions
How much does a physical therapist make in Georgia?
The median is $49.00 per hour, about $101,930 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $36.76 and the top 10% earn over $62.99 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Georgia city pays physical therapists the most?
Among Georgia metro areas, Brunswick-St. Simons, GA has the highest median at $58.38 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Georgia rank for physical therapist pay?
Georgia ranks 14th 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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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysCollege Park, GA · 10 postings$65.83/ hr$52–$88
- BrightSpring Health ServicesVALDOSTA, GA · 5 postings$54.50/ hr$53–$56
- Veterans Health AdministrationValdosta, GA · 2 postings$49.17/ hr$40–$58
- Select MedicalLilburn, GA · 2 postings$39.91/ hr$38–$43
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20 PT postings with published pay in Georgia, 18 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Physical Therapist / PRNPer diem$53.00–$56.00/ hour
- Physical TherapistPermanent$90k–$116k/ year
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