Respiratory Therapists Salary in Washington
Respiratory Therapists in Washington earn a median of $101,130 a year, +23% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,130
- vs. U.S. median
- +23% ($82,280)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,860
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,080; the top 10% earn over $127,520. Nationally the range is $63,660 to $118,050.
States ranked near Washington
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Respiratory Therapists pay in Washington
How much do respiratory therapists make in Washington?
The median is $101,130 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,080 and the top 10% earn over $127,520. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for respiratory therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 51 (+23% vs. the national median of $82,280). Living costs are not included.