Respiratory Therapist salary in Delaware
Respiratory Therapists in Delaware earn a median of $42.01 per hour, about $87,380 a year, 9% above the U.S. median of $38.68. The middle half earn between $40.46 and $49.81 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $42.01median pay per hour
- $87,380median pay per year
- 410employed in Delaware
- #11of 50 states by median pay
Respiratory Therapist pay in Delaware: percentiles
| Level | Delaware per hour | Delaware per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.02 | $70,760 | $29.76 |
| Lower quartile | $40.46 | $84,160 | $32.89 |
| Median | $42.01 | $87,380 | $38.68 |
| Upper quartile | $49.81 | $103,600 | $45.93 |
| Top 10% | $50.98 | $106,040 | $52.32 |
Respiratory Therapist pay in states next to Delaware
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $41.14 | $85,570 | 2% below Delaware |
| New Jersey | $47.13 | $98,020 | 12% above Delaware |
| Pennsylvania | $36.62 | $76,160 | 13% below Delaware |
What employers are posting in Delaware
- 3roles with published pay
- $46.29median pay per hour
- $37–$55typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| ChristianaCare | 3 | $46.29 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Respiratory Therapist jobs in Delaware · Respiratory Therapist salary nationwide · Delaware state guide
Common questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make in Delaware?
The median is $42.01 per hour, about $87,380 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $34.02 and the top 10% earn over $50.98 (BLS, May 2024).
Where does Delaware rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Delaware ranks 11th of 50 states by median respiratory therapist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- ChristianaCareNewark, DE · 3 postings$46.29/ hr$35–$57
- 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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3 RT postings with published pay in Delaware, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 RT roles
- Respiratory Therapist - Full Time Flex (36 hrs per week) - (6:30a - 7p) Day - Newark - $10K Sign On BonusPermanent$39.50–$54.31/ hour
- Respiratory Therapist III - Day - Full Time Flex (36 hours weekly) - WilmingtonPermanent$38.98–$53.60/ hour
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