Respiratory Therapists pay in Columbus
In Columbus (OH), the median pay for respiratory therapists is $39.36 an hour ($81,860 a year). About 1,220 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($82,280). It is 2% higher than the Ohio median ($79,920).
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Columbus (OH)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $32.84 | $68,300 |
| 25% of workers | $38.30 | $79,670 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.36 | $81,860 |
| 75% of workers | $46.19 | $96,070 |
| 90% of workers | $47.45 | $98,700 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Toledo | $82,280 | 350 |
| Canton-Massillon | $82,200 | 180 |
| Columbus (this page) | $81,860 | 1,220 |
| Cincinnati | $81,600 | 1,300 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $81,420 | 610 |
| Cleveland | $80,360 | 1,380 |
| Akron | $78,940 | 350 |
| Springfield | $78,020 | 0 |
| Lima | $77,570 | 90 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $75,650 | 160 |
| Mansfield | $72,860 | 50 |
| Sandusky | $69,360 | 40 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Columbus (OH)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $83,900 |
| Physical Therapists | $105,130 |
| Physician Assistants | $137,550 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $69,480 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $124,580 |
| Pharmacists | $133,960 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $96,460 |
| Occupational Therapists | $98,920 |
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