How much does a respiratory therapist make in Alexandria?
$71,140a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Alexandria, LA metro area. That is $34.20 an hour or $5,928 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.20
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among cities
- 237 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,180Median: $71,140Highest 10%: $82,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,180 | $28.45 | |
| 25th | $66,250 | $31.85 | |
| Median | $71,140 | $34.20 | |
| 75th | $77,760 | $37.38 | |
| 90th | $82,510 | $39.67 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| Slidell, LA | $76,680 |
| New Orleans, LA | $76,590 |
| Lafayette, LA | $76,210 |
| Hammond, LA | $75,990 |
| Monroe, LA | $75,770 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $74,220 |
| Shreveport, LA | $73,940 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $73,680 |
| Houma, LA | $62,260 |
Related jobs in Alexandria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $349,000 |
| Pharmacist | $134,300 |
| Physician Assistant | $132,700 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $123,100 |
| Physical Therapist | $103,400 |
| Occupational Therapist | $98,490 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | $82,320 |
| Registered Nurse | $81,680 |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,330 |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | $77,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Alexandria?
The median hourly pay in the Alexandria, LA metro area is $34.20 ($71,140 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Alexandria than the national average?
No: $71,140 against $82,280 nationally, 14% less.
How does Alexandria compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $75,240, so Alexandria pays 5% less.
Where does Alexandria rank for respiratory therapist pay?
237 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Alexandria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $59,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $82,510 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.