PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Hixson, TN
$27.97–$41.60/ hour
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Lebanon, TN
Respiratory Therapists in the Lebanon area earn a median of $37.57 per hour, about $78,140 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.91 and $38.85. That ranks 119th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 130th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lebanon. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lebanon.
- $37.57median pay per hour, Nashville
- $32–$39typical range per hour
- 980respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Respiratory Therapist pay in Lebanon, TN
The metro median is 20% above the Tennessee statewide median of $31.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 980 respiratory therapists employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.43 | $63,290 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.91 | $66,370 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.57 | $78,140 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.85 | $80,810 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.45 | $96,620 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Lebanon ranks
- 119th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 130th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Lebanon
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.57 median hour buys what $39.00 buys at the national price level, 1% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,353
- Per year: $67,626
- Per month: $5,636
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lebanon
| 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 Lebanon
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lebanon, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital Lebanon, TN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallatin, TN | 14 mi | $37.57/hr | 52,489 |
| Hendersonville, TN | 16 mi | $37.57/hr | 63,947 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 54 mi | $30.00/hr | 79,076 |
| Clarksville, TN | 61 mi | $30.64/hr | 185,690 |
| Chattanooga, TN | 100 mi | $35.12/hr | 191,496 |
| Huntsville, AL | 105 mi | $32.33/hr | 230,402 |
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 Lebanon
Lebanon city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Lebanon, TN?
Respiratory Therapists in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $37.57 per hour, about $78,140 a year. The middle half earn between $31.91 and $38.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lebanon a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 130th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 119th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do respiratory therapists work in Lebanon?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lebanon, led by Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Lebanon 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 Lebanon?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lebanon 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 Lebanon?
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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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