Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: New York
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$37.01/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in New York is $37.01 per hour. This is 8% lower than the US average of $40.10.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in New York compared to National Averages
$37.01/hour
New York
8% lower than the US average.
$40.10/hour
United States
What cities in New York pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?
White Plains, New York pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $66 per hour, followed by Mount Vernon, New York ($34). Mount Vernon, New York has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the New York average for Respiratory Therapists is $37 per hour — White Plains, New York pays 78% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| White Plains, New York | $66 | $86 |
| Mount Vernon, New York | $34 | $100 |
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in New York compare to nearby states?
New Hampshire pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Massachusetts ($47) and New Jersey ($47). New Hampshire also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $78. For comparison, the New York average for Respiratory Therapists is $37 per hour — New Hampshire pays 62% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $60 | $78 |
| Massachusetts | $47 | $50 |
| New Jersey | $47 | $48 |
| Connecticut | $34 | $44 |
| Maryland | $32 | $39 |
| Ohio | $28 | $36 |
| Pennsylvania | $28 | $37 |
| West Virginia | $25 | $33 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Therapist jobs in New York?
Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($38). For comparison, the New York average for Respiratory Therapists is $37 per hour — Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays 52% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $56 | $56 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $38 | $39 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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