Respiratory Therapists pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $35.51 an hour ($73,870 a year). About 1,400 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). Arkansas ranks 44th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.63 | $59,550 |
| 25% of workers | $30.34 | $63,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.51 | $73,870 |
| 75% of workers | $37.75 | $78,520 |
| 90% of workers | $44.94 | $93,480 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith | $78,080 | 100 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $77,720 | 220 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $75,300 | 530 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (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 Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,940 |
| Physical Therapists | $99,010 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,520 |
| Paramedics | $50,310 |
| Physician Assistants | $118,430 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $78,940 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $125,660 |
| Pharmacists | $136,060 |
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