Respiratory Therapists Salary in West Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,290 +1% vs national
Median hourly $39.08
10th percentile $55,150
90th percentile $94,130
Employed locally 50
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,150
    25th
    $64,800
    50th (median)
    $81,290
    75th
    $82,070
    90th
    $94,130

    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 West Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,310
    Nurse Practitioners $134,900
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,740
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,790
    Physical Therapists $83,800
    Pharmacists $134,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in West Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in West Montana is $39.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.00 or more per hour.

    Is West Montana above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in West Montana is 1% 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 West Montana?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $55,150 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,800.