As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Developmental Therapist in Atlanta, GA is $78,326, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,506 weekly, or $6,527 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Developmental Therapist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Developmental Therapist in Atlanta, GA vary widely, spanning from $61,258 to $98,147. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,392) and 75th percentile ($88,701), while top earners (90th percentile) make $98,147 per year. This $19,309 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Billing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Atlanta Developmental Therapist often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Atlanta currently ranks 420 statewide for Developmental Therapist job salary. 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
Developmental Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $61,258 Atlanta, GA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $69,392 Atlanta, GA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $78,326 Atlanta, GA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $88,701 Atlanta, GA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $98,147 Atlanta, GA August 01, 2026
25% $69,392 10% $61,258 90% $98,147 75% $88,701 $78,326 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Developmental Therapist

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Physical Therapist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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87169
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