PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Little Rock, AR
$26.70–$39.71/ hour
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Conway, AR
Pay for respiratory therapists in the Conway area centers on $33.84 per hour, or about $70,380 a year. The lower quarter earns under $29.85 and the upper quarter over $36.74. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Conway. That ranks 199th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 173rd of 248 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Conway.
- $33.84median pay per hour, Little Rock
- $30–$37typical range per hour
- 550respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 4% above the Arkansas statewide median of $32.67 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 550 respiratory therapists employed in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.18 | $56,530 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.85 | $62,090 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.84 | $70,380 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.74 | $76,420 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.83 | $82,850 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Conway ranks
- 199th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 173rd of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 Arkansas 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 Conway
- Overall prices in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.84 median hour buys what $37.87 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Conway paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,218
- Per year: $60,912
- Per month: $5,076
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Conway
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Conway
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Conway, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Medical Center- Conway Conway, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Conway Regional Medical Center, Inc Conway, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Conway Behavioral Health Conway, AR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Little Rock, AR | 24 mi | $33.84/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 25 mi | $33.84/hr | 204,774 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 109 mi | $34.39/hr | 90,507 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 113 mi | $29.50/hr | 82,384 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 118 mi | $35.34/hr | 103,134 |
| Springdale, AR | 122 mi | $35.34/hr | 89,368 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Arkansas · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arkansas
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Conway, AR?
Respiratory Therapists in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area have a median pay of $33.84 per hour, about $70,380 a year. The middle half earn between $29.85 and $36.74 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Conway a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway ranks 173rd of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 199th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Conway?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Conway.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Conway as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas 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 Conway?
The federal per diem benchmark in Conway is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place respiratory therapists in Conway?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthHOT SPRINGS, AR · 2 postings$33.20/ hr$27–$40
- 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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