As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Sports Therapist in California is $79,908, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,537 weekly, or $6,659 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Sports Therapist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Sports Therapist in California vary widely, spanning from $62,150 to $93,052. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,613) and 75th percentile ($86,788), while top earners (90th percentile) make $93,052 per year. This $16,175 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or First Aid, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, California Sports Therapist often earn 10.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 36 companies. However, California currently ranks 2 nationwide for Sports Therapist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Sports Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $62,150 CA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $70,613 CA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $79,908 CA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $86,788 CA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $93,052 CA October 01, 2026
25% $70,613 10% $62,150 90% $93,052 75% $86,788 $79,908 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Physical therapy (PT), also known as physiotherapy, by using mechanical force and movements (bio-mechanics or kinesiology), manual therapy, exercise therapy, and electrotherapy, remediates impairments and promotes mobility and function. Physical therapy is used to improve a patient's quality of life through examination, diagnosis, prognosis, physical intervention, and patient education. It is performed by physical therapists (known as physiotherapists in many countries). In addition to clinical practice, other activities encompassed in the physical therapy profession include research, educati...

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $66,146 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $70,321 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $70,506 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $68,280 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $66,712 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $70,327 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $67,722 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $66,315 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $80,095 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $77,889 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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    Sports Therapist


    Bachelor's Degree

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    Recreational Therapy Director


    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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