Respiratory Therapists pay in Maine
In Maine, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $39.65 an hour ($82,470 a year). About 520 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($82,280). Maine ranks 23rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Maine
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.36 | $61,060 |
| 25% of workers | $34.88 | $72,540 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.65 | $82,470 |
| 75% of workers | $41.60 | $86,530 |
| 90% of workers | $47.34 | $98,470 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $86,440 | 200 |
| Bangor | $81,020 | 70 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Maine
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $86,990 |
| Physical Therapists | $99,720 |
| Physician Assistants | $131,170 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $130,260 |
| Pharmacists | $140,930 |
| Occupational Therapists | $84,310 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $82,660 |
| Veterinarians | $130,600 |
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