As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Clinical Therapist in the US is $65,350, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,257 weekly, or $5,446 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Clinical Therapist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Clinical Therapist in the US vary widely, spanning from $56,227 to $76,530. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,575) and 75th percentile ($71,202), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,530 per year. This $10,627 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Flexibility or EHR, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Clinical Therapist often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 16 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Clinical Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Clinical Therapist Salary $56,227 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Clinical Therapist Salary $60,575 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Clinical Therapist Salary $65,350 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Clinical Therapist Salary $71,202 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Clinical Therapist Salary $76,530 US January 01, 2026
25% $60,575 10% $56,227 90% $76,530 75% $71,202 $65,350 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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