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Respiratory Therapist - Full-time
Select Medical · Grand Rapids, MI
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Respiratory Therapist jobs in Grand Rapids, MI
Respiratory Therapists in the Grand Rapids area earn a median of $37.10 per hour, about $77,160 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.56 and $37.69. That ranks 139th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 133rd of 248 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Grand Rapids. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Grand Rapids.
- $37.10median pay per hour, Grand Rapids
- $32–$38typical range per hour
- 630respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem
Select Medical · Grand Rapids, MI
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Respiratory Therapist Pulmonary Diagnostics
Corewell Health · Grand Rapids, MI
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Respiratory Therapist Pediatrics
Corewell Health · Grand Rapids, MI
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Respiratory Therapist Part Time
Corewell Health · Grand Rapids, MI
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Respiratory Therapist
Corewell Health · Grand Rapids, MI
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Respiratory Therapist Bronchoscopy Endoscopy Part Time
Corewell Health · Grand Rapids, MI
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The metro median is in line with the Michigan statewide median of $37.24 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 630 respiratory therapists employed in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.27).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.02 | $62,440 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.56 | $65,640 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.10 | $77,160 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.69 | $78,400 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.42 | $84,070 | 4% above U.S. median |
How Grand Rapids ranks
- 139th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 133rd of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Grand Rapids
- Overall prices in Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.10 median hour buys what $38.83 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 Grand Rapids paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,336
- Per year: $66,780
- Per month: $5,565
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Grand Rapids
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,393 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,109 |
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 Grand Rapids
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary's Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MI | 6 mi | $37.10/hr | 78,559 |
| Kentwood, MI | 6 mi | $37.10/hr | 54,768 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 48 mi | $31.52/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 51 mi | $37.75/hr | 52,205 |
| Lansing, MI | 58 mi | $33.33/hr | 114,336 |
| Elkhart, IN | 89 mi | $37.16/hr | 53,690 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Grand Rapids, MI?
Respiratory Therapists in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area have a median pay of $37.10 per hour, about $77,160 a year. The middle half earn between $31.56 and $37.69 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Rapids a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood ranks 133rd of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 139th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Grand Rapids?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Grand Rapids. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Grand Rapids.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids?
The federal per diem benchmark in Grand Rapids is $119 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,393 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place respiratory therapists in Grand Rapids?
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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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