Healthcare Hattiesburg, MS Pop. 48,728

Physical Therapist Salary in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

The median physical therapist salary in Hattiesburg, MS is $76,222 per year, which is 22% below the national median and 3.7% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$76,222
vs State Avg
$-2,931
vs National
$-21,498
Cost of Living
80%

Physical Therapist Salary in Hattiesburg by Experience

In Hattiesburg, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $53,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $99,840 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,040
$-14,960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$76,440
$-21,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$99,840
$-28,160 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Hattiesburg, MS

Percentile Hattiesburg
10th Percentile $52,104
25th Percentile $62,556
Median (50th) $76,222
75th Percentile $90,792
90th Percentile $101,556

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Hattiesburg

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Hattiesburg and the surrounding Mississippi 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 Hattiesburg may vary based on local industry and population growth.