PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Respiratory Therapist / Weekends Only / Day Shift
Select Medical · Florence, SC
$30.47–$41.00/ hour
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Respiratory Therapist jobs in North Charleston, SC
Respiratory Therapists in the North Charleston area earn a median of $37.36 per hour, about $77,700 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $36.87 and $38.21. That ranks 125th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 184th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in the North Charleston metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near North Charleston.
- $37.36median pay per hour, Charleston
- $37–$38typical range per hour
- 300respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Respiratory Therapist pay in North Charleston, SC
The metro median is 2% above the South Carolina statewide median of $36.52 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 300 respiratory therapists employed in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.88).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.80 | $66,140 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.87 | $76,690 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.36 | $77,700 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.21 | $79,480 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.21 | $89,880 | 12% above U.S. median |
How North Charleston ranks
- 125th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 184th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 South Carolina 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 North Charleston
- Overall prices in Charleston-North Charleston run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 119.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.36 median hour buys what $37.00 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,345
- Per year: $67,248
- Per month: $5,604
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charleston-North Charleston metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in North Charleston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $246 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,366 |
| 13-week assignment | $30,758 |
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).
Open Respiratory Therapist roles in South Carolina
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Hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area, 5 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Va Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Pleasant Hospital Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkeley Inc Summerville, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Trident Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Musc Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health Charleston, SC | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goose Creek, SC | 6 mi | $37.36/hr | 50,352 |
| Charleston, SC | 8 mi | $37.36/hr | 157,665 |
| Savannah, GA | 91 mi | $36.73/hr | 148,808 |
| Columbia, SC | 91 mi | $37.61/hr | 144,788 |
| Augusta, GA | 120 mi | $35.80/hr | 201,737 |
| Rock Hill, SC | 150 mi | $37.37/hr | 75,798 |
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License and tax basics in South Carolina
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina 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 North Charleston, SC?
Respiratory Therapists in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area have a median pay of $37.36 per hour, about $77,700 a year. The middle half earn between $36.87 and $38.21 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is North Charleston a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Charleston-North Charleston ranks 184th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 125th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do respiratory therapists work in North Charleston?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area, led by Charleston Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in North Charleston as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina 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 North Charleston?
The federal per diem benchmark in North Charleston is $246 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,366 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place respiratory therapists in North Charleston?
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- 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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