Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Clemson, SC

Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$18.08/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Clemson, SC is $18.08 per hour. This is 194% lower than the US average of $53.15.

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Respiratory Therapist salaries in Clemson, SC compared to State and National Averages

$18.08/hour

Clemson, SC

194% lower than the US average.

$53.15/hour

United States

How Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Clemson Compare to Other Cities

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Brevard, North Carolina

$60/hour

Hendersonville, North Carolina

$26/hour

Waynesville, North Carolina

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What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?

Charleston, South Carolina pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $40 per hour, followed by Summerville, South Carolina ($29). Summerville, South Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Respiratory Therapists is $18 per hour — Charleston, South Carolina pays 121% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Charleston, South Carolina$40$45
Summerville, South Carolina$29$100

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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