Physical Therapists Salary in Central Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $105,700 +4.6% vs national
Median hourly $50.82
10th percentile $74,300
90th percentile $145,350
Employed locally 120
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $74,300
    25th
    $85,800
    50th (median)
    $105,700
    75th
    $119,210
    90th
    $145,350

    Top-paying metros for Physical Therapists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $137,250
    Vallejo, CA $136,440
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $136,200
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $134,810
    Chico, CA $131,370
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $130,160

    Related occupations in Central Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$74,390
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$49,200
    Pharmacy Technicians$37,230
    Nurse Practitioners$126,500
    Pharmacists$132,900
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$59,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Central Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Central Louisiana is $50.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.92 or more per hour.

    Is Central Louisiana above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Central Louisiana is 4.6% above the national median of $101,020. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Physical Therapists in Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $74,300 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $85,800.