PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Ascension Health · Murfreesboro, TN
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Respiratory Therapist jobs in Murfreesboro, TN
The median respiratory therapist pay in the Murfreesboro area is $37.57 per hour ($78,140 a year), with the typical range running from $31.91 to $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 3 hospitals in Murfreesboro. The free report below lists employers near Murfreesboro and what they pay.
- $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)
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Respiratory Therapist pay in Murfreesboro, 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 Murfreesboro 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.
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- 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.
Estimate your Murfreesboro paycheck
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 Murfreesboro
| 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).
Open Respiratory Therapist roles in Tennessee
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Registered Respiratory Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Hixson, TN
$27.97–$41.60/ hour
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Hospitals in Murfreesboro
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Murfreesboro, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital Murfreesboro, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Trustpoint Hospital Murfreesboro, TN | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Va Middle Tennessee Healthcare System - Murfreesboro Murfreesboro, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, TN | 10 mi | $37.57/hr | 60,302 |
| Lebanon, TN | 24 mi | $37.57/hr | 51,501 |
| Clarksville, TN | 71 mi | $30.64/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 78 mi | $30.00/hr | 79,076 |
| Huntsville, AL | 81 mi | $32.33/hr | 230,402 |
| Madison, AL | 81 mi | $32.33/hr | 64,029 |
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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 Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Murfreesboro, 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 Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Murfreesboro, led by Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro?
The federal per diem benchmark in Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro?
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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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