Respiratory Therapists Salary in Fresno, CA
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Fresno, CA
Median annual salary
$84,650
+5.2% vs national
Median hourly
$40.70
10th percentile
$66,100
90th percentile
$127,570
Employed locally
580
National median
$80,450
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Fresno economic context
Unemployment rate
7.90%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$71,897
2023 • Census ACS
Respiratory Therapists salary vs area income
118%
Median Respiratory Therapists salary is 18% above the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in Fresno?
The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in Fresno, CA is $40.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.43 or more per hour.
Is Fresno above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?
The median Respiratory Therapists salary in Fresno, CA is 5.2% 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 Fresno?
Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $66,100 per year in Fresno, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,390.