How much does a respiratory therapist make in Eugene?
$85,930a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $41.31 an hour or $7,161 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.31
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 58 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $73,710Median: $85,930Highest 10%: $108,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $73,710 | $35.44 | |
| 25th | $84,760 | $40.75 | |
| Median | $85,930 | $41.31 | |
| 75th | $108,100 | $51.95 | |
| 90th | $108,500 | $52.15 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| Salem, OR | $104,400 |
| Medford, OR | $102,800 |
| Portland, OR | $100,000 |
Related jobs in Eugene
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $347,200 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $313,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $294,000 |
| Pediatrician | $269,600 |
| Dentist | $212,200 |
| Pharmacist | $155,900 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $145,600 |
| Physician Assistant | $145,000 |
| Veterinarian | $125,300 |
| Registered Nurse | $113,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Eugene?
The median hourly pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area is $41.31 ($85,930 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Eugene than the national average?
Yes: $85,930 against $82,280 nationally, 4% more.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $100,600, so Eugene pays 15% less.
Where does Eugene rank for respiratory therapist pay?
58 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $73,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $108,500 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.