How much does a respiratory therapist make in North Dakota?
$81,230a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in North Dakota. That is $39.05 an hour or $6,769 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.05
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,770Median: $81,230Highest 10%: $100,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,770 | $31.62 | |
| 25th | $66,820 | $32.13 | |
| Median | $81,230 | $39.05 | |
| 75th | $84,570 | $40.66 | |
| 90th | $100,500 | $48.31 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bismarck, ND | $84,570 |
| Fargo, ND | $84,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 22. Virginia | $82,910 |
| 23. Maine | $82,470 |
| 24. Nebraska | $81,590 |
| 25. North Dakota | $81,230 |
| 26. Montana | $81,190 |
| 27. Florida | $81,160 |
| 28. Utah | $80,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $39.05 ($81,230 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in North Dakota than the national average?
No: $81,230 against $82,280 nationally, 1% less.
Where does North Dakota rank for respiratory therapist pay?
North Dakota ranks 25 of 51 states.
Which city in North Dakota pays respiratory therapists the most?
Bismarck, ND, with a median of $84,570 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.