How much does a respiratory therapist make in Salem?
$104,400a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $50.17 an hour or $8,697 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.17
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $89,160Median: $104,400Highest 10%: $122,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $89,160 | $42.87 | |
| 25th | $101,300 | $48.68 | |
| Median | $104,400 | $50.17 | |
| 75th | $122,200 | $58.75 | |
| 90th | $122,200 | $58.75 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| Medford, OR | $102,800 |
| Portland, OR | $100,000 |
| Eugene, OR | $85,930 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $374,000 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $295,200 |
| Pediatrician | $256,700 |
| Psychiatrist | $239,200 |
| Dentist | $212,300 |
| Pharmacist | $169,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $162,600 |
| Physician Assistant | $144,200 |
| Optometrist | $134,600 |
| Registered Nurse | $131,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $50.17 ($104,400 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $104,400 against $82,280 nationally, 27% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $100,600, so Salem pays 4% more.
Where does Salem rank for respiratory therapist pay?
16 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $89,160 or less a year; the top 10% make $122,200 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.