Respiratory Therapists Salary in Baltimore, MD

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD

Median annual salary $84,870 +5.5% vs national
Median hourly $40.80
10th percentile $73,020
90th percentile $105,590
Employed locally 960
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $73,020
    25th
    $82,640
    50th (median)
    $84,870
    75th
    $87,170
    90th
    $105,590

    Baltimore economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $97,300 2023 • Census ACS
    Respiratory Therapists salary vs area income 87% Median Respiratory Therapists salary is 13% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in Baltimore?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in Baltimore, MD is $40.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.17 or more per hour.

    Is Baltimore above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in Baltimore, MD is 5.5% above the national median of $80,450. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Respiratory Therapists in Baltimore?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $73,020 per year in Baltimore, MD. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $82,640.