Respiratory Therapists Salary in Winston, NC

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Winston-Salem, NC

Median annual salary $80,560 +0.1% vs national
Median hourly $38.73
10th percentile $63,080
90th percentile $85,160
Employed locally 460
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,080
    25th
    $65,910
    50th (median)
    $80,560
    75th
    $82,750
    90th
    $85,160

    Winston economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $64,282 2023 • Census ACS
    Respiratory Therapists salary vs area income 125% Median Respiratory Therapists salary is 25% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in Winston?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in Winston, NC is $38.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.78 or more per hour.

    Is Winston above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in Winston, NC is 0.1% 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 Winston?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $63,080 per year in Winston, NC. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,910.