Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: West Virginia
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$24.76/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in West Virginia is $24.76 per hour. This is 70% lower than the US average of $42.03.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in West Virginia compared to National Averages
$24.76/hour
West Virginia
70% lower than the US average.
$42.03/hour
United States
How does the pay for Registered Respiratory Therapists in West Virginia compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Registered Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Maryland ($32) and Michigan ($28). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $49. For comparison, the West Virginia average for Registered Respiratory Therapists is $25 per hour — Virginia pays 84% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $46 | $49 |
| Maryland | $32 | $39 |
| Michigan | $28 | $36 |
| Ohio | $28 | $36 |
| North Carolina | $28 | $36 |
| Pennsylvania | $28 | $37 |
| South Carolina | $27 | $36 |
| Tennessee | $25 | $31 |
| Kentucky | $24 | $31 |
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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