Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: District of Columbia

Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$38.52/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in District of Columbia is $38.52 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $40.49.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Respiratory Therapist salaries in District of Columbia compared to National Averages

$38.52/hour

District of Columbia

5% lower than the US average.

$40.49/hour

United States

What cities in District of Columbia pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Washington, District of Columbia$34$100
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in District of Columbia compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Virginia$55$58
New York$37$48
North Carolina$28$36
Pennsylvania$28$37

Last updated on March 29, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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