PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Respiratory Therapist
CentraCare · Saint Cloud, MN
$39.57–$59.35/ hour
New this week
Respiratory Therapist jobs in St. Cloud, MN
Respiratory Therapists in Minnesota earn a median of $42.33 per hour, about $88,040 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.21 and $46.73. That is 9% above the U.S. median of $38.68 per hour. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for St. Cloud. Tell us your role and we email current openings near St. Cloud.
- $42.33median pay per hour, Minnesota
- $39–$47typical range per hour
- 2open roles with published pay
Open Respiratory Therapist roles in St. Cloud
PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Veterans Health Administration · Saint Cloud, MN
$86k–$112k/ year
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring respiratory therapists near St. Cloud
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| CentraCare | 1 | $49.46 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $47.62 |
Respiratory Therapist pay in St. Cloud, MN
Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 1,190 respiratory therapists employed in Minnesota.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.49 | $71,740 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.21 | $81,560 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Median | $42.33 | $88,040 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.73 | $97,200 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.36 | $100,590 | 25% above U.S. median |
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 St. Cloud
- Overall prices in St. Cloud run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 65.1).
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 St. Cloud paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,524
- Per year: $76,194
- Per month: $6,350
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Minnesota. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Cloud
| 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 St. Cloud
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Cloud, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centracare - St. Cloud Hospital Saint Cloud, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Cloud Va Medical Center St. Cloud, MN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Grove, MN | 45 mi | $44.34/hr | 72,739 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 48 mi | $44.34/hr | 63,807 |
| Plymouth, MN | 49 mi | $44.34/hr | 78,551 |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | 49 mi | $44.34/hr | 82,893 |
| Blaine, MN | 53 mi | $44.34/hr | 75,172 |
| Minnetonka, MN | 54 mi | $44.34/hr | 52,651 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Minnesota · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Minnesota taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in St. Cloud
St. Cloud city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in St. Cloud, MN?
Respiratory Therapists in Minnesota have a median pay of $42.33 per hour, about $88,040 a year. The middle half earn between $39.21 and $46.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in St. Cloud?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in St. Cloud. Your free report adds named employers and pay near St. Cloud.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in St. Cloud as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota 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 St. Cloud?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud?
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Your RT pay reportSt. Cloud, MN · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Fairview Health ServicesGrand Rapids, MN · 7 postings$53.34/ hr$36–$63
- CentraCareSaint Cloud, MN · 3 postings$49.46/ hr$39–$59
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 7 postings$47.69/ hr$39–$57
- Essentia HealthBrainerd, MN · 4 postings$43.70/ hr$35–$52
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$36Median$48.38High$60
22 RT postings with published pay in Minnesota, 19 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 22 RT roles
- Respiratory Therapist - St. John's - .9 NightPermanent$43.65–$63.04/ hour
- Casual Respiratory TherapistPer diem$34.96–$52.44/ hour
+ 20 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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