Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Arizona

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Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$28.93/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Arizona is $28.93 per hour. This is 41% lower than the US average of $40.79.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Respiratory Therapist salaries in Arizona compared to National Averages

$28.93/hour

Arizona

41% lower than the US average.

$40.79/hour

United States

How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Arizona compare to nearby states?

Colorado pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $47 per hour, followed by Texas ($44) and Nevada ($37). Texas has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the Arizona average for Respiratory Therapists is $29 per hour — Colorado pays 64% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Colorado	$47	$47
Texas	$44	$65
Nevada	$37	$49
Oklahoma	$35	$35
Utah	$30	$38
Kansas	$27	$36

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arizona?

Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $42 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($30). For comparison, the Arizona average for Respiratory Therapists is $29 per hour — Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays 46% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Medical Solutions Direct Hire	$42	$42
Perm Staff Jobs	$30	$30

Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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