Physical Therapist salary in St. Louis, MO
Median pay, St. Louis metro
$100,600/year
about $48.37 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $81,910 – $110,510
Half of physical therapists in the St. Louis metro area earn more than $100,600 a year and half earn less. That's 2% lower than the national median of $102,760, and ranks #29 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $77,390 | $37.21 |
| 25th | $81,910 | $39.38 |
| Median (50th) | $100,600 | $48.37 |
| 75th | $110,510 | $53.13 |
| 90th (top earners) | $124,190 | $59.71 |
*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 St. Louis metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $81,910 ($39.38/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $81,910 to $110,510 ($39.38 to $53.13/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $110,510 ($53.13/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, St. Louis metro. Occupation: Physical Therapists (SOC 29-1123). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.