How much does a respiratory therapist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $49.03 an hour or $8,499 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.03
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 26 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 1,850
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,410 | $38.18 | |
| 25th | $86,950 | $41.80 | |
| Median | $102,000 | $49.03 | |
| 75th | $108,100 | $51.99 | |
| 90th | $127,400 | $61.25 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $49.03 ($102,000 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $102,000 against $82,280 nationally, 24% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $112,000, so Washington pays 9% less.
Where does Washington rank for respiratory therapist pay?
26 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $79,410 or less a year; the top 10% make $127,400 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.