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Respiratory Therapists Salary in New York
Ranked #1 of 51 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of respiratory therapistss in New York earn between $81,270 and $131,500. 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 New York is $110,200, about 26.2% above the U.S. average ($87,300). That works out to roughly $53/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $110,490 | $113,400 | 7,010 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $106,910 | $106,910 | 240 |
| Binghamton, NY | $103,200 | $100,020 | 100 |
| Central East New York nonmetropolitan area | $97,330 | $96,510 | 100 |
| Kingston, NY | $95,170 | $103,730 | 60 |
| Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area | $94,240 | $91,570 | 100 |
| Utica-Rome, NY | $91,610 | $91,640 | 90 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $86,720 | $88,460 | 510 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in New York?
The median respiratory therapists salary in New York is $107,810 per year (mean $110,200), and about 80% earn between $81,270 and $131,500.
How much do respiratory therapists make per hour in New York?
Roughly $53 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $110,200 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for respiratory therapists?
New York ranks #1 of 51 states for respiratory therapists pay. Its mean salary of $110,200 is about 26.2% above the U.S. average of $87,300.
Which metro areas in New York pay respiratory therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for respiratory therapists are New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ ($110,490), Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY ($106,910), Binghamton, NY ($103,200), by median annual wage.