Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Vermont

Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$30.61/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Vermont is $30.61 per hour. This is 33% lower than the US average of $40.79.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Respiratory Therapist salaries in Vermont compared to National Averages

$30.61/hour

Vermont

33% lower than the US average.

$40.79/hour

United States

How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Vermont compare to nearby states?

Connecticut pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $89 per hour, followed by New Hampshire ($55) and Massachusetts ($48). Connecticut also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Vermont average for Respiratory Therapists is $31 per hour — Connecticut pays 189% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Connecticut$89$100
New Hampshire$55$78
Massachusetts$48$55
New York$37$48
Maryland$32$39
Rhode Island$32$40
Pennsylvania$28$37

Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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