Respiratory Therapists Salary in Syracuse, NY

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Syracuse, NY

Median annual salary $82,850 +3% vs national
Median hourly $39.83
10th percentile $64,510
90th percentile $103,820
Employed locally 230
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,510
    25th
    $78,620
    50th (median)
    $82,850
    75th
    $89,550
    90th
    $103,820

    Syracuse economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,558 2023 • Census ACS
    Respiratory Therapists salary vs area income 113% Median Respiratory Therapists salary is 13% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in Syracuse?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in Syracuse, NY is $39.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.38 or more per hour.

    Is Syracuse above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in Syracuse, NY is 3% 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 Syracuse?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $64,510 per year in Syracuse, NY. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,620.