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Certified Respiratory Therapist II
Tenet Healthcare · El Paso, TX
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Respiratory Therapist jobs in El Paso, TX
Pay for respiratory therapists in the El Paso area centers on $34.60 per hour, or about $71,970 a year. The lower quarter earns under $29.90 and the upper quarter over $36.54. That ranks 196th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 148th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in El Paso. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near El Paso.
- $34.60median pay per hour, El Paso
- $30–$37typical range per hour
- 330respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Respiratory Therapist pay in El Paso, TX
The metro median is 7% below the Texas statewide median of $37.28 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 330 respiratory therapists employed in the El Paso metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.78 | $59,860 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.90 | $62,190 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $34.60 | $71,970 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.54 | $76,000 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.40 | $84,030 | 4% above U.S. median |
How El Paso ranks
- 196th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 148th of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th of 18 Texas 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 El Paso run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $34.60 median hour buys what $38.48 buys at the national price level, 1% 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.
Estimate your El Paso paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,246
- Per year: $62,280
- Per month: $5,190
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the El Paso metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in El Paso
| 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 Texas
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Bryan, TX
$30.10–$44.77/ hour
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CommonSpirit Health · Bryan, TX
$25.42–$37.82/ hour
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Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Sam Houston, TX
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CommonSpirit Health · Lake Jackson, TX
$37.00–$37.00/ hour
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$27.97–$41.60/ hour
Hospitals in El Paso
CMS lists 11 hospitals in El Paso, 0 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Medical Center Of El Paso El Paso, TX | Acute care | Other | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Sierra Medical Center El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| El Paso Children's Hospital El Paso, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| William Beaumont Amg (Ft Bliss) El Paso, TX | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| El Paso Behavioral Health System El Paso, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| El Paso Psychiatric Center El Paso, TX | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, NM | 39 mi | $31.04/hr | 116,998 |
| Odessa, TX | 240 mi | $37.28/hr | 119,748 |
| Midland, TX | 253 mi | $37.28/hr | 143,687 |
| Tucson, AZ | 261 mi | $37.84/hr | 554,013 |
| Marana, AZ | 278 mi | $38.82/hr | 62,380 |
| Lubbock, TX | 289 mi | $31.30/hr | 272,086 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Texas · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Texas
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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 El Paso
El Paso city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in El Paso, TX?
Respiratory Therapists in the El Paso metro area have a median pay of $34.60 per hour, about $71,970 a year. The middle half earn between $29.90 and $36.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is El Paso a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
El Paso ranks 148th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 196th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do respiratory therapists work in El Paso?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in El Paso, led by University Medical Center Of El Paso. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in El Paso as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 El Paso?
The federal per diem benchmark in El Paso 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.
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- CommonSpirit HealthBRYAN, TX · 7 postings$34.78/ hr$25–$45
- 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
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