Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary Guide
Average Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary
Average Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary
$42.73/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Care Practitioner is $42.73 per hour. This is 10% higher than the practicing US average of $38.40.
Last updated on October 30, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Respiratory Care Practitioner compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
Salaries for Respiratory Care Practitioner compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
$42.73/hour
10% higher than the practicing US average.
$38.40/hour
United States
Where do Respiratory Care Practitioners get paid the most?
Where do Respiratory Care Practitioners get paid the most?
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $37 | $51 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Care Practitioner jobs?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Care Practitioner jobs?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hermann Health System | $40 | $40 |
| Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX | $31 | $31 |
Last updated on October 30, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
- Houston, TX
- 3x12 hrs
$32-47/hour
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Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
- Houston, TX
- 3x12 hrs
$32-47/hour
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Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
- Katy, TX
- 3x12 hrs
$32-47/hour
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Clinic Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
- Houston, TX
- 3x12 hrs
$32-47/hour
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Staff Position
Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital
- Houston, TX
- 3x12 hrs
$32-47/hour
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