How much does a respiratory therapist make in Tennessee?
$72,140a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in Tennessee. That is $34.68 an hour or $6,012 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.68
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 46 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,860Median: $72,140Highest 10%: $88,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,860 | $27.82 | |
| 25th | $63,660 | $30.61 | |
| Median | $72,140 | $34.68 | |
| 75th | $78,640 | $37.81 | |
| 90th | $88,060 | $42.34 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Clarksville, TN | $79,150 |
| Nashville, TN | $78,700 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $74,350 |
| Memphis, TN | $66,460 |
| Jackson, TN | $65,310 |
| Knoxville, TN | $64,800 |
| Kingsport, TN | $62,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 43. Iowa | $74,760 |
| 44. Arkansas | $73,870 |
| 45. Kentucky | $72,750 |
| 46. Tennessee | $72,140 |
| 47. New Mexico | $68,870 |
| 48. West Virginia | $68,670 |
| 49. South Dakota | $68,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $34.68 ($72,140 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $72,140 against $82,280 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Tennessee ranks 46 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays respiratory therapists the most?
Clarksville, TN-KY, with a median of $79,150 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.