How much does a therapist make in Tampa?
$59,180a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area. That is $28.45 an hour or $4,932 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.45
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among cities
- 66 of 78
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,050Median: $59,180Highest 10%: $99,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,050 | $23.10 | |
| 25th | $52,980 | $25.47 | |
| Median | $59,180 | $28.45 | |
| 75th | $74,990 | $36.05 | |
| 90th | $99,650 | $47.91 |
Other cities in Florida
Median yearly pay for therapists.
| Miami, FL | $76,110 |
| Orlando, FL | $61,850 |
Related jobs in Tampa
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $523,600 |
| Cardiologist | $515,700 |
| Surgeon | $500,400 |
| Radiologist | $410,200 |
| Dermatologist | $397,700 |
| Physician | $362,500 |
| Physician | $287,200 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $233,200 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $229,000 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $206,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Tampa?
The median hourly pay in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area is $28.45 ($59,180 a year).
Do therapists make more in Tampa than the national average?
No: $59,180 against $77,930 nationally, 24% less.
How does Tampa compare with the rest of Florida?
The median in Florida is $64,600, so Tampa pays 8% less.
Where does Tampa rank for therapist pay?
66 of 78 metro areas with data.
How much does a therapist make starting out in Tampa?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,050 or less a year; the top 10% make $99,650 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.