Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: New Jersey
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$35.18/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in New Jersey is $35.18 per hour. This is 6% lower than the US average of $37.43.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages
$35.18/hour
New Jersey
6% lower than the US average.
$37.43/hour
United States
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
Only Virginia reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $30 per hour. Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $39. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Respiratory Therapists is $35 per hour — Virginia pays 15% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $30 | $39 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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