How much does a respiratory therapist make in Georgia?
$83,700a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in Georgia. That is $40.24 an hour or $6,975 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.24
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,050Median: $83,700Highest 10%: $112,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,050 | $31.27 | |
| 25th | $74,400 | $35.77 | |
| Median | $83,700 | $40.24 | |
| 75th | $101,700 | $48.89 | |
| 90th | $112,300 | $54.00 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rome, GA | $98,720 |
| Atlanta, GA | $95,520 |
| Athens, GA | $81,730 |
| Macon, GA | $80,730 |
| Augusta, GA | $78,560 |
| Savannah, GA | $78,200 |
| Columbus, GA | $77,150 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $76,560 |
| Albany, GA | $76,540 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $74,350 |
| Valdosta, GA | $67,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 18. Wisconsin | $84,210 |
| 19. Illinois | $84,090 |
| 20. Vermont | $83,820 |
| 21. Georgia | $83,700 |
| 22. Virginia | $82,910 |
| 23. Maine | $82,470 |
| 24. Nebraska | $81,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $40.24 ($83,700 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $83,700 against $82,280 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Georgia rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Georgia ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays respiratory therapists the most?
Rome, GA, with a median of $98,720 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.