Travel Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Louisiana
Average Travel Respiratory Therapist Salary
Average Travel Respiratory Therapist Salary
$1,936/week
The average salary for a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Louisiana is $1,936 per week. This is 5% lower than the US average of $2,024.
Last updated on May 15, 2026. Based on 82 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Respiratory Therapist salaries in Louisiana compared to National Averages
Travel Respiratory Therapist salaries in Louisiana compared to National Averages
$1,936/week
Louisiana
5% lower than the US average.
$2,024/week
United States
What cities in Louisiana pay the most for Travel Respiratory Therapists?
What cities in Louisiana pay the most for Travel Respiratory Therapists?
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Shreveport, Louisiana | $2,519 | $2,660 |
| Marrero, Louisiana | $2,452 | $2,788 |
| Metairie, Louisiana | $2,007 | $2,007 |
| New Orleans, Louisiana | $1,941 | $2,535 |
| Baton Rouge, Louisiana | $1,832 | $2,198 |
| Lake Charles, Louisiana | $1,807 | $1,899 |
| Alexandria, Louisiana | $1,639 | $1,980 |
How does the pay for Travel Respiratory Therapists in Louisiana compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Travel Respiratory Therapists in Louisiana compare to nearby states?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Respiratory Therapist jobs in Louisiana?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Respiratory Therapist jobs in Louisiana?
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Nightingale Nurses - Allied | $2,632 | $2,788 |
| Malone Healthcare - Nursing | $2,542 | $2,542 |
| Slate Healthcare | $2,495 | $2,495 |
| Aequor Allied | $2,267 | $2,489 |
| TRS Healthcare | $2,113 | $2,535 |
| GLC On-The-Go | $2,104 | $2,104 |
| PRN Healthcare | $2,090 | $2,090 |
| TNAA TotalMed Allied | $2,071 | $2,542 |
| Uniti Med | $2,047 | $2,446 |
| MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing | $2,042 | $2,660 |
Last updated on May 15, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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