Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Respiratory Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · West Valley City, UT
$27.97–$41.60/ hour
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
The median respiratory therapist pay in the Salt Lake City area is $37.52 per hour ($78,040 a year), with the typical range running from $32.58 to $41.34. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Salt Lake City and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Salt Lake City.
- $37.52median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $33–$41typical range per hour
- 560respiratory therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Respiratory Therapist roles near Salt Lake City
Roles in other cities of the Salt Lake City-Murray area.
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The metro median is 1% below the Utah statewide median of $37.98 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 560 respiratory therapists employed in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.38 | $65,270 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $32.58 | $67,770 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.52 | $78,040 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.34 | $85,990 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.76 | $103,500 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Salt Lake City ranks
- 122nd of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 182nd of 248 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Utah 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 Salt Lake City
- Overall prices in Salt Lake City-Murray run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.52 median hour buys what $37.20 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.
Estimate your Salt Lake City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,351
- Per year: $67,536
- Per month: $5,628
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Salt Lake City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
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).
Hospitals in Salt Lake City
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lds Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Salt Lake City Healthcare - George E. Wahlen Va Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital - Salt Lake Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Primary Children's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Marian Center Salt Lake City, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Salt Lake Behavioral Health Salt Lake City, UT | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Valley City, UT | 7 mi | $37.52/hr | 138,144 |
| Millcreek, UT | 8 mi | $37.52/hr | 64,217 |
| Layton, UT | 21 mi | $38.10/hr | 84,348 |
| Lehi, UT | 25 mi | $37.98/hr | 93,446 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 30 mi | $37.98/hr | 57,411 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Utah · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Salt Lake City, UT?
Respiratory Therapists in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area have a median pay of $37.52 per hour, about $78,040 a year. The middle half earn between $32.58 and $41.34 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Salt Lake City a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 182nd of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 122nd of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Salt Lake City?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Salt Lake City-Murray area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Salt Lake City.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Salt Lake City as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 Salt Lake City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Salt Lake City is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place respiratory therapists in Salt Lake City?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthLehi, UT · 3 postings$34.78/ hr$28–$42
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$28Median$34.78High$42
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- Respiratory TherapistPermanent$27.97–$41.60/ hour
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