PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Respiratory Therapist
Sentara Healthcare · Harrisonburg, VA
$37.61–$55.27/ hour
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Respiratory Therapist jobs in Harrisonburg, VA
The median respiratory therapist pay in Virginia is $38.27 per hour ($79,600 a year), with the typical range running from $32.64 to $44.71. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Harrisonburg. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Harrisonburg. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Harrisonburg.
- $38.27median pay per hour, Virginia
- $33–$45typical range per hour
- 1open roles with published pay
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Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 2,960 respiratory therapists employed in Virginia.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.25 | $60,840 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $32.64 | $67,890 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.27 | $79,600 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.71 | $93,000 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.37 | $102,690 | 28% above U.S. median |
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 Harrisonburg
- Overall prices in Harrisonburg run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% below the U.S. average (index 82.3).
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 Harrisonburg paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,378
- Per year: $68,886
- Per month: $5,740
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Virginia. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Harrisonburg
| 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).
Hospitals in Harrisonburg
CMS lists 1 hospital in Harrisonburg, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentara Rmh Medical Center Harrisonburg, VA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg, VA | 74 mi | $35.95/hr | 80,301 |
| Richmond, VA | 98 mi | $38.50/hr | 233,655 |
| Roanoke, VA | 100 mi | $38.27/hr | 97,912 |
| Alexandria, VA | 100 mi | $46.45/hr | 159,102 |
| Rockville, MD | 103 mi | $46.45/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 103 mi | $46.45/hr | 70,686 |
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Virginia · Respiratory Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Harrisonburg, VA?
Respiratory Therapists in Virginia have a median pay of $38.27 per hour, about $79,600 a year. The middle half earn between $32.64 and $44.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring respiratory therapists in Harrisonburg?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Harrisonburg. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Harrisonburg.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Harrisonburg as a respiratory therapist?
RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Harrisonburg?
The federal per diem benchmark in Harrisonburg 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 Harrisonburg?
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Your RT pay reportHarrisonburg, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Mary Washington HealthcareVirginia · 10 postings$46.95/ hr$36–$62
- Sentara HealthcareSuffolk, VA · 16 postings$46.44/ hr$38–$62
- Carilion ClinicRoanoke, VA · 6 postings$38.09/ hr$28–$46
- Valley HealthWinchester, VA · 12 postings$36.75/ hr$29–$44
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$38.09High$55
57 RT postings with published pay in Virginia, 50 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 57 RT roles
- Respiratory TherapistPermanent$37.61–$55.27/ hour
- Respiratory Therapist IIPermanent$37.61–$55.27/ hour
+ 55 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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