verified BLS-Verified
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2025 release
Respiratory Therapist Salary in North Dakota
Median Annual in North Dakota
$81,230/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$39.06/hr
▼ 1% below U.S. median
groups Employed in ND
270
public U.S. Median
$82,280
trending_up National Outlook
+13%
Respiratory Therapist pay in North Dakota, explained
Respiratory therapists in North Dakota earn a median of $81,230 per year ($39.06 per hour), which is 1% below the national median of $82,280. Entry-level workers earn around $65,770, while the most experienced respiratory therapists reach about $100,490. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within North Dakota.
Respiratory Therapist in North Dakota: FAQ
How much do respiratory therapists make in North Dakota?
Respiratory therapists in North Dakota earn a median of $81,230 per year ($39.06 per hour), compared with $82,280 nationally.
Does North Dakota pay respiratory therapists well?
At $81,230, North Dakota pays 1% below the national median for respiratory therapists. An estimated 270 work in the state.