Average Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary

$42.73/hour

This is equal to the practicing US average

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

$42.73/hour

This is equal to the practicing US average

$42.54/hour

United States

Where do Respiratory Care Practitioners get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Missouri$48$70
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Care Practitioner jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Memorial Hermann Health System$40$40

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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