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 27% lower than the US average of $37.96.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages
$29.93/hour
Virginia
27% lower than the US average.
$37.96/hour
United States
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Virginia compare to nearby states?
Only South Carolina reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $27 per hour. South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $36. For comparison, the Virginia average for Respiratory Therapists is $30 per hour — South Carolina pays 9% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | $27 | $36 |
Last updated on September 24, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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