How much does a respiratory therapist make in Washington?
$101,100a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in Washington. That is $48.62 an hour or $8,428 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.62
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,080Median: $101,100Highest 10%: $127,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,080 | $36.58 | |
| 25th | $84,870 | $40.80 | |
| Median | $101,100 | $48.62 | |
| 75th | $106,200 | $51.03 | |
| 90th | $127,500 | $61.31 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $104,200 |
| Portland, OR | $100,000 |
| Kennewick, WA | $98,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 2. New York | $107,800 |
| 3. California | $104,800 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $102,200 |
| 5. Washington | $101,100 |
| 6. New Jersey | $100,800 |
| 7. Oregon | $100,600 |
| 8. Minnesota | $98,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $48.62 ($101,100 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $101,100 against $82,280 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Washington rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays respiratory therapists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $104,200 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.