Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $105,810 | $104,506 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.87 | $50.24 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $108,970.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | $114,666 | $89,700 | $132,250 | 119 |
| Houston | $104,696 | $81,900 | $120,750 | 96 |
| Dallas | $104,696 | $81,900 | $120,750 | 102 |
| Fort Worth | $101,704 | $79,560 | $117,300 | 99 |
| Arlington | $99,710 | $78,000 | $115,000 | 98 |
| San Antonio | $92,730 | $72,540 | $106,950 | 91 |
| El Paso | $84,754 | $66,300 | $97,750 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in Texas is $105,810, or about $50.87 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. Texas is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in Texas typically earn from $89,700 depending on the city and employer.
With 21,870 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $105,810, Texas offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.