Respiratory Therapists Salary in Tucson, AZ
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ
Median annual salary
$78,720
-2.2% vs national
Median hourly
$37.84
10th percentile
$61,780
90th percentile
$80,450
Employed locally
510
National median
$80,450
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Tucson economic context
Unemployment rate
3.60%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$67,929
2023 • Census ACS
Respiratory Therapists salary vs area income
116%
Median Respiratory Therapists salary is 16% above the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in Tucson?
The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in Tucson, AZ is $37.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.90 or more per hour.
Is Tucson above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?
The median Respiratory Therapists salary in Tucson, AZ is 2.2% 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 Tucson?
Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $61,780 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,670.