Respiratory Therapists Salary in New York
Respiratory Therapists in New York earn a median of $107,810 a year, +31% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $107,810
- vs. U.S. median
- +31% ($82,280)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,010
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,270; the top 10% earn over $131,500. Nationally the range is $63,660 to $118,050.
States ranked near New York
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Respiratory Therapists pay in New York
How much do respiratory therapists make in New York?
The median is $107,810 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,270 and the top 10% earn over $131,500. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for respiratory therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 51 (+31% vs. the national median of $82,280). Living costs are not included.