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Respiratory Therapist
Mass General Brigham · Salem, MA
$41.81–$47.79/ hour
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Respiratory Therapist jobs in Lawrence, MA
The median respiratory therapist pay in the Lawrence area is $47.97 per hour ($99,780 a year), with the typical range running from $40.56 to $51.79. 17 open roles with published pay are listed for Lawrence and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lawrence. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lawrence.
- $47.97median pay per hour, Boston
- $41–$52typical range per hour
- 1,450respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 17open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Respiratory Therapist roles near Lawrence
Roles in other cities of the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area.
PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Respiratory Therapist
Mass General Brigham · Cambridge, MA
$41.81–$50.25/ hour
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Registered Respiratory Therapist - Nights
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$42.15–$56.72/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Respiratory Therapist (Nights 7pm-7am)
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$42.15–$56.72/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Respiratory Therapist-(Nights, 7pm-7am)
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$42.15–$56.72/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist PFT Lab
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$33.33–$43.96/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Respiratory Therapist - BWH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$41.81–$50.25/ hour
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Respiratory Therapist - 24hrs Rotating
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
$41.81–$47.79/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Respiratory Therapist - 12hrs Rotating
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
$41.81–$47.79/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Respiratory Therapist Senior
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
$41.81–$47.79/ hour
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Pulmonary Function Lab Respiratory Therapist
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$41.81–$50.25/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist-ECMO Specialist (All Shifts)- $15k Sign On Bonus
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$44.43–$59.80/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Named employers near Lawrence, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWho is hiring respiratory therapists near Lawrence
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mass General Brigham | 10 | $46.03 |
| Boston Medical Center | 7 | $49.44 |
Respiratory Therapist pay in Lawrence, MA
The metro median is 3% above the Massachusetts statewide median of $46.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 1,450 respiratory therapists employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.60).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.55 | $80,180 | in line with U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.56 | $84,360 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Median | $47.97 | $99,780 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.79 | $107,720 | 34% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.99 | $122,700 | 53% above U.S. median |
How Lawrence ranks
- 15th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 21st of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Massachusetts 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 Lawrence
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.97 median hour buys what $44.31 buys at the national price level, 15% above 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 Lawrence paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,727
- Per year: $86,346
- Per month: $7,196
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lawrence
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $137 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,519 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,747 |
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 Lawrence
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lawrence, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital Lawrence, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 7 mi | $47.97/hr | 68,291 |
| Lowell, MA | 9 mi | $47.97/hr | 120,418 |
| Nashua, NH | 17 mi | $40.17/hr | 91,851 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Massachusetts · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Lawrence
Lawrence city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Lawrence, MA?
Respiratory Therapists in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $47.97 per hour, about $99,780 a year. The middle half earn between $40.56 and $51.79 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lawrence a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 21st of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 15th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Lawrence?
We list 17 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lawrence.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Lawrence as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Lawrence?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lawrence is $137 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,519 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place respiratory therapists in Lawrence?
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Your RT pay reportLawrence, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 14 postings$49.71/ hr$33–$60
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 18 postings$46.03/ hr$32–$66
- UMass Memorial Health CareLeominster, MA · 13 postings$39.62/ hr$27–$57
- Baystate HealthSpringfield, MA · 4 postings$39.09/ hr$34–$46
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$32Median$44.80High$57
50 RT postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 35 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 50 RT roles
- Respiratory TherapistPermanent$41.81–$47.79/ hour
- Respiratory Therapist PFT LabPermanent$41.81–$50.25/ hour
+ 48 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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