Respiratory Therapists pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $36.17 an hour ($75,240 a year). About 2,520 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). Louisiana ranks 42nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.58 | $61,520 |
| 25% of workers | $30.98 | $64,440 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.17 | $75,240 |
| 75% of workers | $38.53 | $80,150 |
| 90% of workers | $43.84 | $91,200 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $76,680 | 230 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $76,590 | 620 |
| Lafayette | $76,210 | 290 |
| Hammond | $75,990 | 80 |
| Monroe | $75,770 | 90 |
| Baton Rouge | $74,220 | 320 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $73,940 | 280 |
| Lake Charles | $73,680 | 60 |
| Alexandria | $71,140 | 110 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $62,260 | 120 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (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 Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $80,230 |
| Physical Therapists | $98,530 |
| Paramedics | $56,050 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,370 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $22,460 |
| Physician Assistants | $128,870 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $50,050 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,090 |
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