Respiratory Therapists Salary in Eastern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $66,340 -17.5% vs national
Median hourly $31.90
10th percentile $52,430
90th percentile $79,990
Employed locally 130
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,430
    25th
    $63,360
    50th (median)
    $66,340
    75th
    $73,360
    90th
    $79,990

    Top-paying metros for Respiratory Therapists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $137,080
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $134,880
    Vallejo, CA $132,520
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $131,320
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $129,640
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $129,180

    Related occupations in Eastern Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$80,890
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$58,080
    Pharmacy Technicians$40,250
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$70,180
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$50,800
    Physical Therapists$107,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in Eastern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in Eastern Region of Texas is $31.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.47 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Region of Texas above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in Eastern Region of Texas is 17.5% below 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 Eastern Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $52,430 per year in Eastern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,360.