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Respiratory Therapists Salary in Colorado
Ranked #18 of 51 · CO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of respiratory therapistss in Colorado earn between $66,560 and $109,070. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean respiratory therapists salary in Colorado is $88,300, about 1.1% above the U.S. average ($87,300). That works out to roughly $42/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $96,380 | $99,000 | 80 |
| Boulder, CO | $91,880 | $93,150 | 130 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $87,890 | $89,910 | 330 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $85,870 | $88,360 | 1,100 |
| Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $84,840 | $81,710 | 60 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $83,880 | $85,010 | — |
| Grand Junction, CO | $81,290 | $85,910 | 70 |
| Pueblo, CO | $80,860 | $83,860 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Colorado?
The median respiratory therapists salary in Colorado is $86,220 per year (mean $88,300), and about 80% earn between $66,560 and $109,070.
How much do respiratory therapists make per hour in Colorado?
Roughly $42 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $88,300 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Colorado a high-paying state for respiratory therapists?
Colorado ranks #18 of 51 states for respiratory therapists pay. Its mean salary of $88,300 is about 1.1% above the U.S. average of $87,300.
Which metro areas in Colorado pay respiratory therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Colorado for respiratory therapists are Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area ($96,380), Boulder, CO ($91,880), Colorado Springs, CO ($87,890), by median annual wage.