How much does a respiratory therapist make in Boulder?
$91,880a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $44.17 an hour or $7,657 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.17
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 41 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $72,600Median: $91,880Highest 10%: $106,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,600 | $34.90 | |
| 25th | $83,420 | $40.11 | |
| Median | $91,880 | $44.17 | |
| 75th | $105,700 | $50.81 | |
| 90th | $106,800 | $51.34 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| Colorado Springs, CO | $87,890 |
| Denver, CO | $85,870 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $83,880 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $81,290 |
| Pueblo, CO | $80,860 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $465,900 |
| Physician | $453,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $297,100 |
| Radiologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $211,600 |
| Dentist | $180,400 |
| Pharmacist | $164,200 |
| Optometrist | $153,500 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $138,800 |
| Physician Assistant | $136,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $44.17 ($91,880 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $91,880 against $82,280 nationally, 12% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $86,220, so Boulder pays 7% more.
Where does Boulder rank for respiratory therapist pay?
41 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $72,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $106,800 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.