Respiratory Therapists pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $41.45 an hour ($86,220 a year). About 2,110 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($82,280). Colorado ranks 15th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $32.00 | $66,560 |
| 25% of workers | $37.97 | $78,980 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.45 | $86,220 |
| 75% of workers | $48.14 | $100,130 |
| 90% of workers | $52.44 | $109,070 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $91,880 | 130 |
| Colorado Springs | $87,890 | 330 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $85,870 | 1,100 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $83,880 | 0 |
| Grand Junction | $81,290 | 70 |
| Pueblo | $80,860 | 90 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 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 Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $100,260 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,030 |
| Physician Assistants | $134,540 |
| Paramedics | $63,910 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,810 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $94,190 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $75,340 |
| Pharmacists | $156,030 |
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