Therapy Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Therapy Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Therapy Manager in the United States is $109,549 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Therapy Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,073
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,771 to $114,011
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,869
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Therapy Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $114,011 $9,501 $2,193 $55
Average $109,549 $9,129 $2,107 $53
25th Percentile $99,771 $8,314 $1,919 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Therapy Manager Salaries

A Therapy Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Therapy Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Therapy Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $109,165
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $125,981
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,229
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,112
  • Expert (over 8 years): $156,132
Levels Salary
Physical ... Level Therapy Manager$109,165
Physical ... Level Therapy Manager$125,981
Therapy M... Level Therapy Manager$110,229
Physical ... Level Therapy Manager$130,112
Physical ... Level Therapy Manager$156,132
$109,165 0 yr
$125,981 < 2 yrs
$110,229 2-4 yrs
$130,112 5-8 yrs
$156,132 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Therapy Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $138,174
  • San Francisco: $136,661
  • Oakland: $133,781

What Skills Can Increase a Therapy Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 13.44% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Guest Service (Mentioned in 1.67% Job Postings): Guest services is a division of the hospitality industry. The goal of guest services is to provide customers with an enjoyable experience, primarily in the hotel and spa industry, sports facilities, and event venues.
  • Food Safety (Mentioned in 1.2% Job Postings): Applying procedures during food preparation, processing, storage, and distribution to ensure consumers are safe from foodborne illnesses.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 13.44%
Guest Service 1.67%
Food Safety 1.2%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Therapy Manager's salary.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Products and Services
$128,172
17%
Analysis
$115,026
5%
Team Management
$113,931
4%
Collaboration
$112,835
3%
Continuous Improvement
$112,835
3%
Presentation
$112,835
3%
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Therapy Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Therapy Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Therapy Manager positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Therapy Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Therapy Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$131,459$63.020%

How Education impacts a Therapy Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Therapy Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Therapy Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $117,197 and $123,326).

Therapy Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Therapy Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.9%
High School 0.9%
Associates 4.5%
Bachelors 23.4%
Masters 46.8%
Doctorate 23.4%
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Therapy Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Therapy Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Therapy Manager

Salaries for a Therapy Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $87,497 in 2023 to around $87,028 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Therapy Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Therapy Manager Over Time

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2023
$87,497
2024
$88,052
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$87,028
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  • Reliant Rehabilitation

    Columbus, OH

    Reliant Rehabilitation | Columbus, OH

    Job Title. Occupational Therapy Assistant. Job Description. This position may be offered as a Full-Time or PRN opening, depending on several factors. Pleas... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Movement Mentors Therapy Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    Movement Mentors Therapy Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – 6 month Contract. Columbus, OH | $1280/week | Therapist-Owned Company. Join a Moveme... more

    5 Days Ago

  • CommuniCare Corporate

    Columbus, OH

    CommuniCare Corporate | Columbus, OH

    Physical Therapist Assistant Prn. CommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a PRN opening for a Physical Therapy Assistant (PT... more

    6 Days Ago

  • TGL Medstaff

    Columbus, OH

    TGL Medstaff | Columbus, OH

    Physical Therapist. Travel profession job available. Estimated pay and benefits package based on pay range over last 36 months. Exact pay and benefits pack... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Genie Healthcare

    Columbus, OH

    Genie Healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Respiratory Therapist. Genie Healthcare is looking for a Respiratory Therapy to work in Respiratory Therapist for a 13 weeks travel assignment located in C... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Heritage Rehab

    Columbus, OH

    Heritage Rehab | Columbus, OH

    Embassy of Woodview in Columbus, OH is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join our growing In-House therapy team.This is an excellent opportunit... more

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Therapy Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Therapy Manager?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Therapy Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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