Average Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary

$58.11/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Care Practitioner is $58.11 per hour. This is 33% higher than the practicing US average of $38.85.

Last updated on December 9, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Respiratory Care Practitioner compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$58.11/hour

33% higher than the practicing US average.

$38.85/hour

United States

Where do Respiratory Care Practitioners get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Oregon$47$67
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Care Practitioner jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Tenet North Cal$45$46
Memorial Hermann Health System$45$45
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX$31$31

Last updated on December 9, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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