Respiratory Therapists pay in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue
In Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA), the median pay for respiratory therapists is $50.11 an hour ($104,220 a year). About 1,130 people work in this job there.
That is 27% higher than the U.S. median ($82,280). It is 3% higher than the Washington median ($101,130).
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.72 | $78,450 |
| 25% of workers | $40.98 | $85,230 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.11 | $104,220 |
| 75% of workers | $58.26 | $121,190 |
| 90% of workers | $61.83 | $128,610 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (this page) | $104,220 | 1,130 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $98,320 | 60 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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)
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|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $128,260 |
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| Physician Assistants | $167,290 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,450 |
| Pharmacists | $162,870 |
| Occupational Therapists | $109,860 |
| Dentists, General | $161,270 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $108,690 |
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