📖 Read the respiratory therapists salary & career guide →
Respiratory Therapists Salary in Montana
Ranked #36 of 51 · MT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of respiratory therapistss in Montana earn between $60,800 and $92,890. 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 Montana is $77,850, about 10.8% below the U.S. average ($87,300). That works out to roughly $37/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Montana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area | $88,600 | $78,980 | 30 |
| Missoula, MT | $82,580 | $76,660 | 70 |
| West Montana nonmetropolitan area | $81,190 | $77,240 | 70 |
| Billings, MT | $79,820 | $78,780 | 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Montana?
The median respiratory therapists salary in Montana is $81,190 per year (mean $77,850), and about 80% earn between $60,800 and $92,890.
How much do respiratory therapists make per hour in Montana?
Roughly $37 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $77,850 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Montana a high-paying state for respiratory therapists?
Montana ranks #36 of 51 states for respiratory therapists pay. Its mean salary of $77,850 is about 10.8% below the U.S. average of $87,300.
Which metro areas in Montana pay respiratory therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Montana for respiratory therapists are East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area ($88,600), Missoula, MT ($82,580), West Montana nonmetropolitan area ($81,190), by median annual wage.