Respiratory Therapists pay in Alabama
In Alabama, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $31.81 an hour ($66,150 a year). About 2,350 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). Alabama ranks 50th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Alabama
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.16 | $50,250 |
| 25% of workers | $27.64 | $57,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.81 | $66,150 |
| 75% of workers | $36.98 | $76,920 |
| 90% of workers | $38.96 | $81,030 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile | $79,490 | 180 |
| Montgomery | $76,920 | 180 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley | $74,650 | 80 |
| Birmingham | $67,480 | 790 |
| Anniston-Oxford | $66,740 | 60 |
| Huntsville | $64,330 | 270 |
| Tuscaloosa | $64,140 | 110 |
| Gadsden | $62,800 | 70 |
| Dothan | $61,290 | 100 |
Alabama unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for respiratory therapists
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +8.5% over ten years, much faster than average · about 8,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alabama
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $77,080 |
| Physical Therapists | $97,290 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,430 |
| Paramedics | $48,540 |
| Physician Assistants | $104,960 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $47,650 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $62,250 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $27,290 |
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