OH · Newark · Updated October 15, 2026

Respiratory Therapist jobs in Newark, OH

Respiratory Therapists in the Newark area earn a median of $39.13 per hour, about $81,390 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.07 and $42.93. That ranks 70th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 71st of 248 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Newark and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Newark.

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Respiratory Therapist pay in Newark, OH

The metro median is 4% above the Ohio statewide median of $37.69 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 1,140 respiratory therapists employed in the Columbus metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.18).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$31.52$65,56019% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$38.07$79,1902% below U.S. median
Median$39.13$81,3901% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$42.93$89,29011% above U.S. median
Top 10%$47.80$99,42024% above U.S. median

How Newark ranks

  • 70th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 71st of 248 after adjusting for local prices
  • 2nd of 11 Ohio 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 Newark

  • Overall prices in Columbus run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $39.13 median hour buys what $40.99 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Newark paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,409
  • Per year: $70,434
  • Per month: $5,870

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Newark

ItemFederal 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 Newark

CMS lists 1 hospital in Newark, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Licking Memorial Hospital
Newark, OH
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Respiratory Therapist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Columbus, OH30 mi$39.13/hr933,263
Springfield, OH73 mi$36.16/hr58,138
Canton, OH75 mi$36.16/hr69,211
Akron, OH84 mi$36.59/hr189,664
Cuyahoga Falls, OH89 mi$36.59/hr50,979
Elyria, OH91 mi$37.56/hr53,604

Respiratory Therapist jobs in Ohio · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Ohio

RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Ohio taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Ohio state guide

Other healthcare roles in Newark

Newark city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do respiratory therapists make in Newark, OH?

Respiratory Therapists in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $39.13 per hour, about $81,390 a year. The middle half earn between $38.07 and $42.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Newark a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?

Columbus ranks 71st of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 70th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.

Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Newark?

We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Columbus area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Newark.

Do I need a Ohio license to work in Newark as a respiratory therapist?

RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Newark?

The federal per diem benchmark in Newark 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 Newark?

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Select MedicalColumbus, OH · 5 postings$41.05/ hr$33–$47
  • 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$34Median$41.05High$47

5 RT postings with published pay in Ohio, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 5 RT roles

  1. Respiratory Therapist - Full-timePermanent
    $35.00–$47.10/ hour
    Select Medical · Columbus, OH · posted today
  2. Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time NightsPermanent
    $35.00–$47.10/ hour
    Select Medical · Columbus, OH · posted yesterday

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