Therapist Salary Guide: California
Average Therapist Salary
Average Therapist Salary
$60.91/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in California is $60.91 per hour. This is 21% higher than the US average of $48.31.
Last updated on December 17, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages
Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages
$60.91/hour
California
21% higher than the US average.
$48.31/hour
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Therapists?
What cities in California pay the most for Therapists?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, California | $75 | $82 |
| Los Angeles, California | $70 | $84 |
| Berkeley, California | $67 | $79 |
| Santa Rosa, California | $65 | $78 |
| San Jose, California | $65 | $89 |
| Oakland, California | $63 | $77 |
| Roseville, California | $63 | $78 |
| Santa Cruz, California | $63 | $64 |
| Sacramento, California | $61 | $75 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in California?
What type of Therapists make the most money in California?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist | $64 | $84 |
| Physical Therapist | $63 | $82 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | $57 | $66 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | $42 | $53 |
How does the pay for Therapists in California compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Therapists in California compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | $58 | $62 |
| Arizona | $49 | $50 |
| Washington | $48 | $53 |
| Oregon | $47 | $64 |
| Colorado | $47 | $49 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in California?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in California?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Sutter Health | $68 | $80 |
| Core Medical-Perm | $68 | $68 |
| Kaiser Permanente | $63 | $77 |
| CoreCivic | $63 | $63 |
| Protouch Staffing - Permanent | $57 | $70 |
| Stability Direct | $54 | $59 |
| Community Medical Centers | $53 | $77 |
| Adventist Health | $53 | $62 |
| Lifepoint Health | $50 | $58 |
| AccentCare | $38 | $40 |
Last updated on December 17, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Senior - Occupational Therapist
- Kaiser Permanente
- Cupertino, CA
- 4x8 hrs, Days
$63-66/hour
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Senior - Occupational Therapist
- Kaiser Permanente
- Cupertino, CA
- 3x8 hrs, Days
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- Kaiser Permanente
- Sacramento, CA
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$63-66/hour
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- Kaiser Permanente
- Oxnard, CA
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$55-70/hour
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- Kaiser Permanente
- San Bruno, CA
- 0x8 hrs, Days
$53-56/hour
Posted 3 days ago
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