How much does a respiratory therapist make in Virginia?
$82,910a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in Virginia. That is $39.86 an hour or $6,909 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.86
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,540Median: $82,910Highest 10%: $106,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,540 | $31.51 | |
| 25th | $78,820 | $37.89 | |
| Median | $82,910 | $39.86 | |
| 75th | $94,770 | $45.56 | |
| 90th | $106,500 | $51.19 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $102,000 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $86,720 |
| Richmond, VA | $81,750 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $81,470 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $80,990 |
| Roanoke, VA | $78,820 |
| Kingsport, TN | $62,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 19. Illinois | $84,090 |
| 20. Vermont | $83,820 |
| 21. Georgia | $83,700 |
| 22. Virginia | $82,910 |
| 23. Maine | $82,470 |
| 24. Nebraska | $81,590 |
| 25. North Dakota | $81,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $39.86 ($82,910 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $82,910 against $82,280 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Virginia rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Virginia ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays respiratory therapists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $102,000 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.