Respiratory Therapists pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $37.74 an hour ($78,490 a year). About 6,530 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). Pennsylvania ranks 37th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.02 | $62,440 |
| 25% of workers | $32.18 | $66,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.74 | $78,490 |
| 75% of workers | $42.12 | $87,620 |
| 90% of workers | $45.92 | $95,520 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $88,790 | 2,990 |
| Reading | $84,330 | 130 |
| Lancaster | $80,060 | 230 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $79,960 | 490 |
| Chambersburg | $79,910 | 40 |
| York-Hanover | $79,540 | 230 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $78,750 | 410 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $78,380 | 230 |
| Williamsport | $78,300 | 50 |
| Pittsburgh | $75,470 | 1,220 |
| State College | $73,690 | 60 |
| Johnstown | $71,210 | 80 |
| Erie | $62,480 | 110 |
| Altoona | $59,980 | 40 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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 Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $96,430 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,380 |
| Physician Assistants | $127,070 |
| Paramedics | $61,000 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $62,580 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $58,090 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $71,590 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,520 |
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