Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Connecticut
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$88.54/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Connecticut is $88.54 per hour. This is 54% higher than the US average of $40.79.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Connecticut compared to National Averages
$88.54/hour
Connecticut
54% higher than the US average.
$40.79/hour
United States
What cities in Connecticut pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?
Hartford, Connecticut pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $77 per hour, followed by Bridgeport, Connecticut ($63) and Waterbury, Connecticut ($53). Hartford, Connecticut also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Respiratory Therapists is $89 per hour — Hartford, Connecticut pays 14% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford, Connecticut | $77 | $100 |
| Bridgeport, Connecticut | $63 | $100 |
| Waterbury, Connecticut | $53 | $89 |
| Manchester, Connecticut | $52 | $90 |
| Danbury, Connecticut | $38 | $100 |
| Westport, Connecticut | $34 | $100 |
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Connecticut compare to nearby states?
New Hampshire pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Massachusetts ($48) and New York ($37). New Hampshire also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $78. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Respiratory Therapists is $89 per hour — New Hampshire pays 38% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $55 | $78 |
| Massachusetts | $48 | $55 |
| New York | $37 | $48 |
| Maryland | $32 | $39 |
| Rhode Island | $32 | $40 |
| Pennsylvania | $28 | $37 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Connecticut?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $62 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Respiratory Therapists is $89 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 30% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $62 | $72 |
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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Respiratory Care Practitioner
- Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
- Bloomfield, CT
$43-100/hour
Respiratory Care Practitioner
- The Hospital of Central Connecticut at Bradley Memorial
- Southington, CT
$12-100/hour
Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Saint Vincent's Medical Center
- Bridgeport, CT
$26-48/hour
Registered Respiratory Therapist
- MidState Medical Center
- Meriden, CT
$26-44/hour
Registered Respiratory Therapist
- The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General
- New Britain, CT
$26-40/hour
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