Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: California
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$40.35/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in California is $40.35 per hour. This is 7% higher than the US average of $37.43.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages
$40.35/hour
California
7% higher than the US average.
$37.43/hour
United States
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in California compare to nearby states?
Only Colorado reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $46 per hour. Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the California average for Respiratory Therapists is $40 per hour — Colorado pays 15% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $46 | $47 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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