Respiratory Therapists Salary in North Region of Texas

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

Median annual salary $74,580 -7.3% vs national
Median hourly $35.86
10th percentile $62,320
90th percentile $91,260
Employed locally 270
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,320
    25th
    $69,040
    50th (median)
    $74,580
    75th
    $82,620
    90th
    $91,260

    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 North Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$81,150
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$56,730
    Pharmacy Technicians$38,710
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians$35,000
    Pharmacists$129,500
    Physical Therapists$107,860

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in North Region of Texas is $35.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.04 or more per hour.

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

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in North Region of Texas is 7.3% 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 North Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $62,320 per year in North Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,040.