PermanentPosted 30 days ago
Respiratory Therapist - Full-time Nights
Select Medical · Flint, MI
$31.96–$43.00/ hour
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Flint, MI
The median respiratory therapist pay in the Flint area is $36.11 per hour ($75,100 a year), with the typical range running from $30.66 to $36.71. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Flint. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Flint. The free report below lists employers near Flint and what they pay.
- $36.11median pay per hour, Flint
- $31–$37typical range per hour
- 150respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 3% below the Michigan statewide median of $37.24 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 150 respiratory therapists employed in the Flint metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.30).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.67 | $55,470 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.66 | $63,770 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.11 | $75,100 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.71 | $76,360 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.17 | $77,310 | 4% below U.S. median |
How Flint ranks
- 169th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 134th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 8 Michigan 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 Flint
- Overall prices in Flint run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 74.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.11 median hour buys what $38.81 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Flint paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,300
- Per year: $64,998
- Per month: $5,416
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Flint metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Flint
| 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 Flint
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Flint, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurley Medical Center Flint, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mclaren Flint Flint, MI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac, MI | 33 mi | $37.58/hr | 62,528 |
| Rochester Hills, MI | 37 mi | $37.58/hr | 78,330 |
| Novi, MI | 39 mi | $37.58/hr | 67,675 |
| Farmington Hills, MI | 41 mi | $37.58/hr | 84,173 |
| Troy, MI | 41 mi | $37.58/hr | 89,209 |
| Southfield, MI | 44 mi | $37.58/hr | 76,874 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Michigan · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Michigan
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Michigan taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Flint
Flint city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Flint, MI?
Respiratory Therapists in the Flint metro area have a median pay of $36.11 per hour, about $75,100 a year. The middle half earn between $30.66 and $36.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Flint a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Flint ranks 134th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 169th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Flint?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Flint. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Flint.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Flint as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Flint?
The federal per diem benchmark in Flint 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 Flint?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Select MedicalGrand Rapids, MI · 3 postings$37.48/ hr$32–$44
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$28Median$37.48High$44
4 RT postings with published pay in Michigan, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 RT roles
- Respiratory Therapist - Full-timePermanent$32.69–$44.00/ hour
- Respiratory Therapist - Full-time NightsPermanent$31.96–$43.00/ hour
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