What physical therapists earn in Mississippi and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $100,000 | $48.08 | 800 |
| Jackson, MS | $103,000 | $49.52 | 520 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $96,350 | $46.32 | 380 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $101,870 | $48.98 | 310 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $99,560 | $47.87 | 200 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $97,580 | $46.91 | 140 |
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $98,760 | $47.48 | 140 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $99,250 | $47.72 | 130 |
Physical Therapists in Mississippi earned a median of $99,990 a year ($48.07 an hour) in May 2025, 3% less than the national median of $102,760. The middle half earned $83,200 to $107,130.
Among areas in Mississippi, pay was highest in Jackson, MS at $103,000.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.