Physical Therapists pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for physical therapists is $47.60 an hour ($99,010 a year). About 2,680 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($102,760). Arkansas ranks 39th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapists in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.12 | $73,050 |
| 25% of workers | $39.07 | $81,260 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.60 | $99,010 |
| 75% of workers | $53.59 | $111,470 |
| 90% of workers | $61.16 | $127,210 |
Physical Therapists pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $104,500 | 430 |
| Jonesboro | $100,010 | 190 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $99,940 | 1,040 |
| Fort Smith | $98,730 | 160 |
| Hot Springs | $97,260 | 90 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physical therapists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +11.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 13,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,940 |
| Physicians, All Other | $136,880 |
| Occupational Therapists | $106,360 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,520 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $78,940 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $125,660 |
| Pharmacists | $136,060 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $83,580 |
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