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Respiratory Therapist jobs in Bethlehem, PA
Pay for respiratory therapists in the Bethlehem area centers on $37.54 per hour, or about $78,070 a year. The lower quarter earns under $31.25 and the upper quarter over $39.52. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bethlehem. That ranks 121st of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 176th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Bethlehem and what they pay.
- $37.54median pay per hour, Allentown
- $31–$40typical range per hour
- 530respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Registered Respiratory Therapist (Full Time Days) - Warren Campus
Saint Lukes University Health Network · Phillipsburg, NJ
$36.05–$57.68/ hour
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The metro median is 3% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $36.62 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 530 respiratory therapists employed in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.61).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.95 | $64,380 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.25 | $65,000 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.54 | $78,070 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.52 | $82,200 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.06 | $99,960 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Bethlehem ranks
- 121st of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 176th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 10 Pennsylvania 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 Bethlehem
- Overall prices in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.54 median hour buys what $37.55 buys at the national price level, 3% below 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 Bethlehem paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,351
- Per year: $67,572
- Per month: $5,631
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bethlehem
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
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 Bethlehem
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bethlehem, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lukes Hospital Bethlehem, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA | 6 mi | $37.54/hr | 127,138 |
| Reading, PA | 35 mi | $39.16/hr | 96,000 |
| Trenton, NJ | 42 mi | $47.13/hr | 91,193 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 44 mi | $41.19/hr | 1,573,916 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 49 mi | $50.40/hr | 57,487 |
| Camden, NJ | 50 mi | $41.19/hr | 71,749 |
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License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Bethlehem, PA?
Respiratory Therapists in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton metro area have a median pay of $37.54 per hour, about $78,070 a year. The middle half earn between $31.25 and $39.52 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bethlehem a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton ranks 176th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 121st of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Bethlehem?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Bethlehem.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Bethlehem as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Bethlehem?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bethlehem is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- Select MedicalMckeesport, PA · 3 postings$34.80/ hr$29–$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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