Average Physical Therapist Salary in Georgia

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Physical Therapist in Georgia earns $95,700 per year, which is below the national average of $97,720. This translates to approximately $46.01 per hour, $3,681 biweekly, or $7,975 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$71,800	$34.52
Average (50th)	$95,700	$46.01
Experienced (75th)	$110,100	$52.91
Top Earners (90th)	$124,400	$59.81

Physical Therapist Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$103,400	$8,617/mo
Augusta	$97,600	$8,133/mo
Savannah	$93,800	$7,817/mo
Athens	$90,900	$7,575/mo
Macon	$89,000	$7,417/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Doctoral degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	15% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Physical Therapists in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

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