Respiratory Therapists Salary in York, PA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • York-Hanover, PA

Median annual salary $76,230 -5.2% vs national
Median hourly $36.65
10th percentile $61,650
90th percentile $86,910
Employed locally 160
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,650
    25th
    $62,830
    50th (median)
    $76,230
    75th
    $80,260
    90th
    $86,910

    York economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $82,238 2023 • Census ACS
    Respiratory Therapists salary vs area income 93% Median Respiratory Therapists salary is 7% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in York?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in York, PA is $36.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.18 or more per hour.

    Is York above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in York, PA is 5.2% 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 York?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $61,650 per year in York, PA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,830.