Per diemPosted 8 days ago
Respiratory Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Phoenix, AZ
$43.92–$43.92/ hour
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Phoenix, AZ
Pay for respiratory therapists in the Phoenix area centers on $38.82 per hour, or about $80,750 a year. The lower quarter earns under $34.17 and the upper quarter over $40.59. The CMS hospital directory lists 22 hospitals in Phoenix. That ranks 78th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 175th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Phoenix and what they pay.
- $38.82median pay per hour, Phoenix
- $34–$41typical range per hour
- 2,210respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
Open Respiratory Therapist roles in Phoenix
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Respiratory Therapist Vascular Access Specialist
CommonSpirit Health · Phoenix, AZ
$37.40–$55.63/ hour
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Tenet Healthcare · Phoenix, AZ
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist Vascular Access Specialist
Banner Health · Phoenix, AZ
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Banner Health · Phoenix, AZ
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist NICU
Banner Health · Phoenix, AZ
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Per diemPosted 14 days ago
Respiratory Therapist PRN
Select Medical · Phoenix, AZ
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Education and Clinical Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care
Mayo Clinic · Phoenix, AZ
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Get my free pay reportRespiratory Therapist pay in Phoenix, AZ
The metro median is 2% above the Arizona statewide median of $38.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 2,210 respiratory therapists employed in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.23 | $62,880 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.17 | $71,070 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.82 | $80,750 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.59 | $84,430 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.84 | $89,110 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Phoenix ranks
- 78th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 175th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Respiratory Therapists (SOC 29-1126), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Phoenix
- Overall prices in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% above the U.S. average (index 121.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.82 median hour buys what $37.57 buys at the national price level, 3% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Phoenix paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,398
- Per year: $69,876
- Per month: $5,823
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Phoenix
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $160 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,722 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,386 |
Travel respiratory therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Phoenix
CMS lists 22 hospitals in Phoenix, 4 of the 11 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Hospital Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Phoenix Va Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Honorhealth Sonoran Crossing Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Josephs Hospital And Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Abrazo Scottsdale Campus Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner Estrella Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Honor Health John C. Lincoln Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Abrazo Central Campus Phoenix, AZ | Acute care | Other | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Respiratory Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale, AZ | 6 mi | $38.82/hr | 258,143 |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 15 mi | $38.82/hr | 246,170 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arizona · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Phoenix
Phoenix city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Phoenix, AZ?
Respiratory Therapists in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area have a median pay of $38.82 per hour, about $80,750 a year. The middle half earn between $34.17 and $40.59 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Phoenix a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler ranks 175th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 78th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Phoenix?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Phoenix. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Phoenix.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Phoenix as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Phoenix?
The federal per diem benchmark in Phoenix is $160 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,722 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthPHOENIX, AZ · 6 postings$43.92/ hr$31–$56
- CommonSpirit HealthSACRAMENTO, CA · 8 postings$56.70/ hr$47–$71
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 18 postings$54.16/ hr$29–$68
- Fairview Health ServicesGrand Rapids, MN · 7 postings$53.34/ hr$36–$63
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Low$31Median$43.92High$48
6 RT postings with published pay in Arizona, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Respiratory Care PractitionerPer diem$43.92–$43.92/ hour
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