How much does a respiratory therapist make in Fargo?
$84,480a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area. That is $40.62 an hour or $7,040 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.62
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 67 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,770Median: $84,480Highest 10%: $98,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,770 | $31.62 | |
| 25th | $65,770 | $31.62 | |
| Median | $84,480 | $40.62 | |
| 75th | $84,480 | $40.62 | |
| 90th | $98,180 | $47.20 |
Other cities in North Dakota
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| Bismarck, ND | $84,570 |
Related jobs in Fargo
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $604,900 |
| Physician | $419,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $338,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $276,500 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $241,600 |
| Pediatrician | $235,000 |
| Dentist | $198,600 |
| Pharmacist | $142,000 |
| Physician Assistant | $136,600 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Fargo?
The median hourly pay in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area is $40.62 ($84,480 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Fargo than the national average?
Yes: $84,480 against $82,280 nationally, 3% more.
How does Fargo compare with the rest of North Dakota?
The median in North Dakota is $81,230, so Fargo pays 4% more.
Where does Fargo rank for respiratory therapist pay?
67 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Fargo?
The lowest-paid 10% make $65,770 or less a year; the top 10% make $98,180 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.