Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Virginia
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$29.93/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Virginia is $29.93 per hour. This is 32% lower than the US average of $39.53.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages
$29.93/hour
Virginia
32% lower than the US average.
$39.53/hour
United States
What cities in Virginia pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?
Richmond, Virginia pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Alexandria, Virginia ($34) and Reston, Virginia ($34). Alexandria, Virginia has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Virginia average for Respiratory Therapists is $30 per hour — Richmond, Virginia pays 73% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond, Virginia | $52 | $55 |
| Alexandria, Virginia | $34 | $100 |
| Reston, Virginia | $34 | $100 |
| Woodbridge, Virginia | $34 | $100 |
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Virginia compare to nearby states?
New Jersey pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($39) and Maryland ($32). New Jersey also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the Virginia average for Respiratory Therapists is $30 per hour — New Jersey pays 53% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $46 | $48 |
| Pennsylvania | $39 | $39 |
| Maryland | $32 | $39 |
| North Carolina | $28 | $36 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Virginia?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $39 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $41. For comparison, the Virginia average for Respiratory Therapists is $30 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 30% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $39 | $41 |
Last updated on November 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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