Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Georgia
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$27.77/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Georgia is $27.77 per hour. This is 39% lower than the US average of $38.56.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in Georgia compared to National Averages
$27.77/hour
Georgia
39% lower than the US average.
$38.56/hour
United States
How does the pay for Registered Respiratory Therapists in Georgia compare to nearby states?
Florida pays Registered Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $31 per hour, followed by Virginia ($30) and South Carolina ($27). Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Georgia average for Registered Respiratory Therapists is $28 per hour — Florida pays 11% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $31 | $45 |
| Virginia | $30 | $39 |
| South Carolina | $27 | $36 |
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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