How much does a respiratory therapist make in Colorado Springs?
$87,890a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area. That is $42.25 an hour or $7,324 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.25
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 47 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,710Median: $87,890Highest 10%: $110,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,710 | $34.00 | |
| 25th | $78,920 | $37.94 | |
| Median | $87,890 | $42.25 | |
| 75th | $101,100 | $48.61 | |
| 90th | $110,700 | $53.22 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| Boulder, CO | $91,880 |
| Denver, CO | $85,870 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $83,880 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $81,290 |
| Pueblo, CO | $80,860 |
Related jobs in Colorado Springs
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Dermatologist | $398,800 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $339,300 |
| Psychiatrist | $289,300 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $283,500 |
| Physician | $282,900 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Pediatrician | $230,700 |
| Dentist | $158,800 |
| Pharmacist | $154,100 |
| Physician Assistant | $135,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Colorado Springs?
The median hourly pay in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area is $42.25 ($87,890 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Colorado Springs than the national average?
Yes: $87,890 against $82,280 nationally, 7% more.
How does Colorado Springs compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $86,220, so Colorado Springs pays 2% more.
Where does Colorado Springs rank for respiratory therapist pay?
47 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Colorado Springs?
The lowest-paid 10% make $70,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $110,700 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.