Respiratory Therapist salary in Nevada
Respiratory Therapists in Nevada earn a median of $38.23 per hour, about $79,510 a year, 1% below the U.S. median of $38.68. The middle half earn between $31.78 and $48.73 per hour. The highest median among Nevada metro areas is in Reno, NV, at $42.25 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $38.23median pay per hour
- $79,510median pay per year
- 1,420employed in Nevada
- #22of 50 states by median pay
Respiratory Therapist pay in Nevada: percentiles
| Level | Nevada per hour | Nevada per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.95 | $64,380 | $29.76 |
| Lower quartile | $31.78 | $66,100 | $32.89 |
| Median | $38.23 | $79,510 | $38.68 |
| Upper quartile | $48.73 | $101,360 | $45.93 |
| Top 10% | $55.45 | $115,340 | $52.32 |
Respiratory Therapist pay by metro area in Nevada
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Nevada median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | $42.25 | $87,880 | 230 | 11% above | $41.83 |
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV | $38.17 | $79,390 | 1,090 | in line with | $38.09 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Respiratory Therapist pay in states next to Nevada
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Nevada |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $38.12 | $79,290 | in line with Nevada |
| California | $49.10 | $102,120 | 28% above Nevada |
| Idaho | $36.30 | $75,510 | 5% below Nevada |
| Oregon | $46.21 | $96,130 | 21% above Nevada |
| Utah | $37.98 | $78,990 | 1% below Nevada |
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Common questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make in Nevada?
The median is $38.23 per hour, about $79,510 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $30.95 and the top 10% earn over $55.45 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Nevada city pays respiratory therapists the most?
Among Nevada metro areas, Reno, NV has the highest median at $42.25 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Nevada rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Nevada ranks 22nd 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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- CommonSpirit HealthSACRAMENTO, CA · 8 postings$56.70/ hr$47–$71
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