How much does a respiratory therapist make in District of Columbia?
$112,000a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in District of Columbia. That is $53.82 an hour or $9,329 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.82
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $77,240Median: $112,000Highest 10%: $127,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,240 | $37.13 | |
| 25th | $98,900 | $47.55 | |
| Median | $112,000 | $53.82 | |
| 75th | $127,400 | $61.25 | |
| 90th | $127,400 | $61.25 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $102,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 1. District of Columbia | $112,000 |
| 2. New York | $107,800 |
| 3. California | $104,800 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $102,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $53.82 ($112,000 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $112,000 against $82,280 nationally, 36% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for respiratory therapist pay?
District of Columbia ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays respiratory therapists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $102,000 a year.
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.