Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: California
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$40.35/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in California is $40.35 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $41.94.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages
$40.35/hour
California
4% lower than the US average.
$41.94/hour
United States
How does the pay for Registered Respiratory Therapists in California compare to nearby states?
Oregon pays Registered Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Nevada ($37) and Arizona ($36). Oregon also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the California average for Registered Respiratory Therapists is $40 per hour — Oregon pays 36% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $55 | $59 |
| Nevada | $37 | $49 |
| Arizona | $36 | $36 |
| Colorado | $31 | $39 |
| Utah | $30 | $38 |
| Texas | $29 | $38 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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