Physical Therapist jobs in Texas

Physical Therapist pay in Texas

The median wage for Physical Therapist jobs in Texas is $50.87 per hour ($105,810 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $50.55/hour, from $18.75 to $73.09. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.

License and requirements

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Texas; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.

Agencies hiring for Physical Therapist jobs in Texas

Cities with the most Physical Therapist jobs

Dallas (16), San Antonio (9), Lubbock (9), Denton (9), Plano (8), Chandler (8), Houston (8), Brownwood (6), North Richland Hills (5), Odessa (5), Fort Worth (5), El Paso (4)

FAQ

How much does a Physical Therapist make in Texas?

The median wage for Physical Therapist jobs in Texas is $50.87 per hour (about $105,810 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Physical Therapist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $50.55 per hour.

How many Physical Therapist jobs are open in Texas?

162 Physical Therapist jobs from 8 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.

What license do I need?

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Texas; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.