How much does a respiratory therapist make in Raleigh?
$87,820a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area. That is $42.22 an hour or $7,318 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.22
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 48 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,420Median: $87,820Highest 10%: $108,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,420 | $32.41 | |
| 25th | $72,120 | $34.67 | |
| Median | $87,820 | $42.22 | |
| 75th | $92,080 | $44.27 | |
| 90th | $108,200 | $52.00 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| Charlotte, NC | $82,020 |
| Asheville, NC | $81,550 |
| Wilmington, NC | $81,020 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $80,990 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $80,650 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $80,250 |
| Greensboro, NC | $80,090 |
| Hickory, NC | $78,350 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $73,830 |
| Greenville, NC | $69,310 |
Related jobs in Raleigh
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $354,100 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $291,100 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Physician | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $218,800 |
| Pediatrician | $214,700 |
| Dentist | $207,400 |
| Podiatrist | $185,800 |
| Psychiatrist | $168,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Raleigh?
The median hourly pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area is $42.22 ($87,820 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Raleigh than the national average?
Yes: $87,820 against $82,280 nationally, 7% more.
How does Raleigh compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $80,090, so Raleigh pays 10% more.
Where does Raleigh rank for respiratory therapist pay?
48 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Raleigh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $67,420 or less a year; the top 10% make $108,200 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.