How much does a therapist make in Baton Rouge?
$100,400a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in the Baton Rouge, LA metro area. That is $48.26 an hour or $8,366 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.26
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 78
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,840Median: $100,400Highest 10%: $230,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,840 | $24.44 | |
| 25th | $58,130 | $27.95 | |
| Median | $100,400 | $48.26 | |
| 75th | $170,700 | $82.08 | |
| 90th | $230,900 | $110.99 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for therapists.
| Houma, LA | $81,660 |
| New Orleans, LA | $68,030 |
Related jobs in Baton Rouge
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $413,600 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $315,600 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $268,200 |
| Dentist | $185,400 |
| Pharmacist | $134,700 |
| Physician Assistant | $130,700 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,100 |
| Veterinarian | $126,900 |
| Physical Therapist | $98,920 |
| Occupational Therapist | $98,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Baton Rouge?
The median hourly pay in the Baton Rouge, LA metro area is $48.26 ($100,400 a year).
Do therapists make more in Baton Rouge than the national average?
Yes: $100,400 against $77,930 nationally, 29% more.
How does Baton Rouge compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $64,530, so Baton Rouge pays 56% more.
Where does Baton Rouge rank for therapist pay?
7 of 78 metro areas with data.
How much does a therapist make starting out in Baton Rouge?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,840 or less a year; the top 10% make $230,900 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.