Respiratory Therapist Salary in District of Columbia
Respiratory Therapist pay in District of Columbia, explained
Respiratory therapists in District of Columbia earn a median of $111,950 per year ($53.82 per hour), which is 36% above the national median of $82,280. Entry-level workers earn around $77,240, while the most experienced respiratory therapists reach about $127,400. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within District of Columbia.
Is $111,950 good pay in District of Columbia?
Adjusted for District of Columbia's cost of living (which runs 110% of the U.S. average), that $111,950 is worth about $101,864 in national buying power — ranking District of Columbia #1 for real pay (vs #1 on the sticker number).
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Respiratory Therapist in District of Columbia: FAQ
How much do respiratory therapists make in District of Columbia?
Respiratory therapists in District of Columbia earn a median of $111,950 per year ($53.82 per hour), compared with $82,280 nationally.
Does District of Columbia pay respiratory therapists well?
At $111,950, District of Columbia pays 36% above the national median for respiratory therapists. An estimated 430 work in the state.