Healthcare Baton Rouge, LA Pop. 227,470

Physical Therapist Salary in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The median physical therapist salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $89,902 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$89,902
vs State Avg
+$977
vs National
$-7,818
Cost of Living
92%

Physical Therapist Salary in Baton Rouge by Experience

In Baton Rouge, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $62,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $117,760 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,560
$-5,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$90,160
$-7,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$117,760
$-10,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Baton Rouge, LA

Percentile Baton Rouge
10th Percentile $61,456
25th Percentile $73,784
Median (50th) $89,902
75th Percentile $107,088
90th Percentile $119,784

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$95,766
Pop. 383,997
Lafayette, LA
$85,994
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$84,039
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$83,062
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Baton Rouge

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook

Nationally, physical therapist employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Baton Rouge may vary based on local industry and population growth.