PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Hixson, TN
$27.97–$41.60/ hour
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Jackson, TN
Pay for respiratory therapists in the Jackson area centers on $30.33 per hour, or about $63,080 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.33 and the upper quarter over $30.33. That ranks 250th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 211th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Jackson. The free report below lists employers near Jackson and what they pay.
- $30.33median pay per hour, Jackson
- $24–$30typical range per hour
- 100respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Respiratory Therapist pay in Jackson, TN
The metro median is 3% below the Tennessee statewide median of $31.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 100 respiratory therapists employed in the Jackson metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.34).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.33 | $50,610 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.33 | $50,610 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.33 | $63,080 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.33 | $63,090 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.76 | $72,300 | 10% below U.S. median |
How Jackson ranks
- 250th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 211th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 7 Tennessee 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 Jackson
- Overall prices in Jackson run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 56.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.33 median hour buys what $35.46 buys at the national price level, 8% 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$1,092
- Per year: $54,594
- Per month: $4,549
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jackson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Jackson
| 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).
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Hospitals in Jackson
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Jackson, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson-Madison County General Hospital Jackson, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Pathways Of Tennessee, Inc Jackson, TN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Perimeter Behavioral Center Of Jackson Jackson, TN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlett, TN | 63 mi | $30.66/hr | 56,708 |
| Collierville, TN | 64 mi | $30.66/hr | 51,951 |
| Memphis, TN | 74 mi | $30.66/hr | 610,919 |
| Southaven, MS | 81 mi | $30.66/hr | 57,493 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 104 mi | $29.50/hr | 82,384 |
| Clarksville, TN | 104 mi | $30.64/hr | 185,690 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Tennessee · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Jackson
Jackson city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Jackson, TN?
Respiratory Therapists in the Jackson metro area have a median pay of $30.33 per hour, about $63,080 a year. The middle half earn between $24.33 and $30.33 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jackson a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Jackson ranks 211th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 250th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do respiratory therapists work in Jackson?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Jackson, led by Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Jackson as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Jackson?
The federal per diem benchmark in Jackson 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 Jackson?
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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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