Healthcare Georgia (GA) Rank #27 of 50

Physical Therapist Salary in Georgia

The median physical therapist salary in Georgia is $90,880 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $97,720.

Median Salary
$90,880
vs National
$-6,840
State Rank
#27 of 50
Cost of Living
93%

Physical Therapist Salary in Georgia by Experience

In Georgia, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $63,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,040 per year. The cost of living index in Georgia is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,240
$-4,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$91,140
$-6,860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$119,040
$-8,960 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Georgia

Percentile GA Salary
10th Percentile $62,124
25th Percentile $74,586
Median (50th) $90,880
75th Percentile $108,252
90th Percentile $121,086

Major Cities for Physical Therapists in Georgia

The largest employment areas for physical therapists in Georgia include Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, and Columbus. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Atlanta, GA
Metro area for physical therapist employment
Augusta, GA
Metro area for physical therapist employment
Savannah, GA
Metro area for physical therapist employment
Columbus, GA
Metro area for physical therapist employment
Athens, GA
Metro area for physical therapist employment

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Georgia

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Georgia has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook in Georgia

Nationally, physical therapist employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Georgia's demand may vary based on local industry trends.