Respiratory Therapist Salary in California
Respiratory Therapist pay in California, explained
Respiratory therapists in California earn a median of $104,820 per year ($50.40 per hour), which is 27% above the national median of $82,280. Entry-level workers earn around $77,010, while the most experienced respiratory therapists reach about $145,510. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within California.
Is $104,820 good pay in California?
Adjusted for California's cost of living (which runs 111% of the U.S. average), that $104,820 is worth about $94,671 in national buying power — ranking California #7 for real pay (vs #3 on the sticker number).
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Respiratory Therapist in California: FAQ
How much do respiratory therapists make in California?
Respiratory therapists in California earn a median of $104,820 per year ($50.40 per hour), compared with $82,280 nationally.
Does California pay respiratory therapists well?
At $104,820, California pays 27% above the national median for respiratory therapists. An estimated 18,650 work in the state.