How much does a respiratory therapist make in Maryland?
$88,960a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in Maryland. That is $42.77 an hour or $7,413 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.77
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $69,550Median: $88,960Highest 10%: $106,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $69,550 | $33.44 | |
| 25th | $82,920 | $39.87 | |
| Median | $88,960 | $42.77 | |
| 75th | $101,300 | $48.72 | |
| 90th | $106,400 | $51.17 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $102,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $88,790 |
| Baltimore, MD | $88,020 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $74,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 10. New Hampshire | $95,940 |
| 11. Hawaii | $94,210 |
| 12. Delaware | $91,080 |
| 13. Maryland | $88,960 |
| 14. Rhode Island | $86,900 |
| 15. Colorado | $86,220 |
| 16. Nevada | $85,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $42.77 ($88,960 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $88,960 against $82,280 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Maryland rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Maryland ranks 13 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland 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.