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Respiratory Therapists Salary in Texas
Ranked #27 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of respiratory therapistss in Texas earn between $61,310 and $99,690. 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 Texas is $81,010, about 7.2% below the U.S. average ($87,300). That works out to roughly $39/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $84,080 | $86,680 | 3,010 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $82,760 | $85,370 | 770 |
| Amarillo, TX | $80,470 | $77,710 | 120 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $80,450 | $81,170 | 3,630 |
| Texarkana, TX-AR | $78,880 | $76,560 | 110 |
| Longview, TX | $78,520 | $87,010 | 90 |
| Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $78,410 | $78,670 | 140 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $78,130 | $75,630 | 210 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Texas?
The median respiratory therapists salary in Texas is $79,540 per year (mean $81,010), and about 80% earn between $61,310 and $99,690.
How much do respiratory therapists make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $39 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $81,010 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for respiratory therapists?
Texas ranks #27 of 51 states for respiratory therapists pay. Its mean salary of $81,010 is about 7.2% below the U.S. average of $87,300.
Which metro areas in Texas pay respiratory therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for respiratory therapists are Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($84,080), Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($82,760), Amarillo, TX ($80,470), by median annual wage.