Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Denver, CO
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$31.05/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Denver, CO is $31.05 per hour. This is equal to the Colorado average
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Denver, CO compared to State and National Averages
$31.05/hour
Denver, CO
42% lower than the US average.
$30.98/hour
Colorado
42% lower than the US average.
$43.99/hour
United States
How Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Denver Compare to Other Cities
How Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Denver Compare to Other Cities
Rock Hill, South Carolina
$26/hour
This is 109% lower than the Denver average of $53.65.
What cities in Colorado pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Aurora, Colorado | $52 | $57 |
| Loveland, Colorado | $50 | $57 |
| Longmont, Colorado | $50 | $61 |
| Fort Collins, Colorado | $46 | $58 |
Last updated on March 30, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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