Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Alabama
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$25.06/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Alabama is $25.06 per hour. This is 59% lower than the US average of $39.77.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in Alabama compared to National Averages
$25.06/hour
Alabama
59% lower than the US average.
$39.77/hour
United States
How does the pay for Registered Respiratory Therapists in Alabama compare to nearby states?
Florida pays Registered Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $31 per hour, followed by South Carolina ($27) and Missouri ($27). Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $37. For comparison, the Alabama average for Registered Respiratory Therapists is $25 per hour — Florida pays 22% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $31 | $37 |
| South Carolina | $27 | $36 |
| Missouri | $27 | $36 |
Last updated on September 30, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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