How much does a respiratory therapist make in Rochester?
$98,700a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Rochester, MN metro area. That is $47.45 an hour or $8,225 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.45
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among cities
- 32 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,190Median: $98,700Highest 10%: $114,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,190 | $39.51 | |
| 25th | $98,700 | $47.45 | |
| Median | $98,700 | $47.45 | |
| 75th | $99,100 | $47.64 | |
| 90th | $114,600 | $55.09 |
Other cities in Minnesota
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| Minneapolis, MN | $100,900 |
| Duluth, MN | $85,700 |
| Fargo, ND | $84,480 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $63,630 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $462,900 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $393,300 |
| Physician | $367,300 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $356,800 |
| Psychiatrist | $341,500 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $239,200 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Dentist | $211,200 |
| Pharmacist | $164,300 |
| Physician Assistant | $137,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, MN metro area is $47.45 ($98,700 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $98,700 against $82,280 nationally, 20% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of Minnesota?
The median in Minnesota is $98,710, so Rochester pays 0% more.
Where does Rochester rank for respiratory therapist pay?
32 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $82,190 or less a year; the top 10% make $114,600 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.