Respiratory Therapists pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for respiratory therapists is $38.34 an hour ($79,760 a year). About 2,600 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($79,780).
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.12 | $64,740 |
| 25% of workers | $33.50 | $69,680 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.34 | $79,760 |
| 75% of workers | $41.65 | $86,630 |
| 90% of workers | $48.25 | $100,360 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $86,220 | 60 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $82,200 | 60 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $79,760 | 2,600 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $78,600 | 40 |
| Tucson | $78,320 | 540 |
| Yuma | $73,580 | 80 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $100,830 |
| Physical Therapists | $103,220 |
| Physician Assistants | $134,650 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,720 |
| Paramedics | $53,400 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,010 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $136,270 |
| Pharmacists | $144,490 |
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