Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Alabama
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$25.06/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Alabama is $25.06 per hour. This is 78% lower than the US average of $44.56.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Alabama compared to National Averages
$25.06/hour
Alabama
78% lower than the US average.
$44.56/hour
United States
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Alabama compare to nearby states?
Florida pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $38 per hour, followed by Arkansas ($36) and Tennessee ($32). Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Alabama average for Respiratory Therapists is $25 per hour — Florida pays 50% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $38 | $38 |
| Arkansas | $36 | $36 |
| Tennessee | $32 | $33 |
| Georgia | $28 | $36 |
| North Carolina | $28 | $36 |
| Missouri | $27 | $36 |
| Louisiana | $26 | $34 |
| Kentucky | $24 | $31 |
| South Carolina | $18 | $36 |
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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