PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Therapist-Respiratory Therapy - 24 hours
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$33.82–$52.24/ hour
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Providence, RI
Respiratory Therapists in the Providence area earn a median of $40.05 per hour, about $83,300 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $36.07 and $45.06. That ranks 48th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 118th of 248 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Providence and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Providence.
- $40.05median pay per hour, Providence
- $36–$45typical range per hour
- 410respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is in line with the Rhode Island statewide median of $40.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 410 respiratory therapists employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.66).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.06 | $66,680 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.07 | $75,030 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.05 | $83,300 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.06 | $93,720 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.01 | $104,020 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Providence ranks
- 48th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 118th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
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 Providence
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.05 median hour buys what $39.35 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Providence paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,442
- Per year: $72,090
- Per month: $6,008
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Providence
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,638 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,294 |
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 Providence
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Providence, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Butler Hospital Providence, RI | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pawtucket, RI | 4 mi | $40.05/hr | 76,996 |
| Cranston, RI | 5 mi | $40.05/hr | 84,448 |
| Brockton, MA | 27 mi | $47.97/hr | 105,788 |
| Framingham, MA | 34 mi | $47.97/hr | 73,361 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 36 mi | $47.97/hr | 60,159 |
| Worcester, MA | 37 mi | $41.31/hr | 211,286 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Rhode Island · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Rhode Island
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Rhode Island taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Providence
Providence city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Providence, RI?
Respiratory Therapists in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $40.05 per hour, about $83,300 a year. The middle half earn between $36.07 and $45.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Providence a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 118th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 48th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Providence?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Providence-Warwick area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Providence.
Do I need a Rhode Island license to work in Providence as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island 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 Providence?
The federal per diem benchmark in Providence is $154 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,638 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- 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
- Centrastate Healthcare SystemFreehold, NJ · 3 postings$51.30/ hr$38–$65
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