Therapists
Occupation
$95,010
National Median Salary
$45.68
Median Hourly Wage
777,300
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+31.4%
10 Year Change
$72,300
2014 Median
$95,010
2024 Median
Note: State and industry pay breakdowns are available for more specific job titles. See detailed occupations below.
Top Paying Industries for Therapists
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Office Administrative Services | $128,380 | 170 |
| Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $119,710 | 390 |
| Outpatient Care Centers | $108,190 | 15,140 |
| Home Health Care Services | $106,240 | 50,000 |
| Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation) | $105,250 | 8,080 |
Detailed Therapists Occupations
These specific job titles have more detailed state and industry salary data:
| Occupation | Annual Median |
|---|---|
| Exercise Physiologists | $58,160 |
| Occupational Therapists | $98,340 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,020 |
| Radiation Therapists | $101,990 |
| Recreational Therapists | $60,280 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $80,450 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $95,410 |
| Therapists, All Other | $65,010 |
Related Occupations
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Office Administrative Services
Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Outpatient Care Centers
Home Health Care Services
Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation)
Agencies, Brokerages, and Other Insurance Related Activities
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)
Educational Support Services
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly
