Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Los Angeles, CA
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$38.42/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Los Angeles, CA is $38.42 per hour. This is 5% lower than the California average of $40.35.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Los Angeles, CA compared to State and National Averages
$38.42/hour
Los Angeles, CA
16% lower than the US average.
$40.35/hour
California
11% lower than the US average.
$44.68/hour
United States
How Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Los Angeles Compare to Other Cities
How Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Los Angeles Compare to Other Cities
Saint Louis, Missouri
$50/hour
This is 31% higher than the Los Angeles average of $34.50.
Fort Wayne, Indiana
$25/hour
This is 37% lower than the Los Angeles average of $34.50.
Rock Hill, South Carolina
$25/hour
This is 37% lower than the Los Angeles average of $34.50.
What cities in California pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Fresno, California | $50 | $58 |
Last updated on April 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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