Respiratory Therapists pay in Denver-Aurora-Centennial
In Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO), the median pay for respiratory therapists is $41.28 an hour ($85,870 a year). About 1,100 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($82,280). It is about the same as the Colorado median ($86,220).
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.36 | $65,230 |
| 25% of workers | $38.02 | $79,090 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.28 | $85,870 |
| 75% of workers | $48.14 | $100,130 |
| 90% of workers | $52.92 | $110,070 |
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 (this page) | $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 Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $101,130 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,340 |
| Physician Assistants | $134,540 |
| Paramedics | $65,090 |
| Pharmacists | $157,890 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $112,090 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $134,040 |
| Dentists, General | $168,620 |
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