Physical Therapist salary in Nashville, TN
Median pay, Nashville metro
$103,380/year
about $49.70 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $84,690 – $108,990
Half of physical therapists in the Nashville metro area earn more than $103,380 a year and half earn less. That's 1% higher than the national median of $102,760, and ranks #19 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $68,060 | $32.72 |
| 25th | $84,690 | $40.72 |
| Median (50th) | $103,380 | $49.70 |
| 75th | $108,990 | $52.40 |
| 90th (top earners) | $129,430 | $62.23 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a physical therapist job in the Nashville metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $84,690 ($40.72/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $84,690 to $108,990 ($40.72 to $52.40/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $108,990 ($52.40/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Productivity targets (patients per day or visits per week) vary a lot. Ask for the exact number.
- Home health and travel PT roles often pay more than outpatient clinics.
- Some employers offer student loan repayment, which can be worth more than a small raise.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Nashville metro. Occupation: Physical Therapists (SOC 29-1123). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.