Physical Therapists pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for physical therapists is $47.37 an hour ($98,530 a year). About 3,280 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($102,760). Louisiana ranks 42nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapists in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.92 | $60,150 |
| 25% of workers | $37.38 | $77,740 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.37 | $98,530 |
| 75% of workers | $52.72 | $109,650 |
| 90% of workers | $61.37 | $127,640 |
Physical Therapists pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | $103,380 | 160 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $101,980 | 230 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $100,530 | 710 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $100,230 | 280 |
| Hammond | $98,930 | 130 |
| Baton Rouge | $98,920 | 590 |
| Monroe | $96,140 | 170 |
| Lake Charles | $88,900 | 140 |
| Lafayette | $84,340 | 290 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $78,320 | 180 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (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 Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $80,230 |
| Physicians, All Other | $350,920 |
| Occupational Therapists | $98,490 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,370 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $22,460 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,090 |
| Pharmacists | $132,410 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $125,600 |
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