Physical Therapists pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for physical therapists is $49.38 an hour ($102,700 a year). About 6,780 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($102,760). Georgia ranks 15th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapists in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.78 | $78,580 |
| 25% of workers | $40.28 | $83,770 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.38 | $102,700 |
| 75% of workers | $57.99 | $120,610 |
| 90% of workers | $62.81 | $130,630 |
Physical Therapists pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Dalton | $109,710 | 50 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $104,500 | 130 |
| Rome | $103,710 | 130 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $103,440 | 4,250 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $103,260 | 100 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $101,570 | 150 |
| Savannah | $100,920 | 210 |
| Columbus | $98,300 | 200 |
| Albany | $98,190 | 60 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $97,260 | 330 |
| Valdosta | $97,050 | 70 |
| Gainesville | $92,030 | 90 |
| Warner Robins | $85,590 | 90 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $93,550 |
| Physicians, All Other | $266,880 |
| Occupational Therapists | $104,010 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $72,800 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $30,550 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $75,920 |
| Recreational Therapists | $52,010 |
| Pharmacists | $137,120 |
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