How much does a respiratory therapist make in Oregon?
$100,600a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in Oregon. That is $48.35 an hour or $8,380 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.35
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,490Median: $100,600Highest 10%: $120,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,490 | $39.18 | |
| 25th | $85,310 | $41.01 | |
| Median | $100,600 | $48.35 | |
| 75th | $104,400 | $50.17 | |
| 90th | $120,100 | $57.72 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salem, OR | $104,400 |
| Medford, OR | $102,800 |
| Portland, OR | $100,000 |
| Eugene, OR | $85,930 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 4. Massachusetts | $102,200 |
| 5. Washington | $101,100 |
| 6. New Jersey | $100,800 |
| 7. Oregon | $100,600 |
| 8. Minnesota | $98,710 |
| 9. Alaska | $97,950 |
| 10. New Hampshire | $95,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $48.35 ($100,600 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $100,600 against $82,280 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Oregon rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Oregon ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Oregon pays respiratory therapists the most?
Salem, OR, with a median of $104,400 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.