California Leads Respiratory Therapists Salaries Nationwide
California offers the most competitive compensation for respiratory therapists, with professionals earning an average of $74,310.00 annually.
Key Statistics
State vs National Salary Comparison
See how California's respiratory therapists salaries compare to the national average. The chart highlights why California stands out, showing both local and national trends in wages and employment numbers.
California demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for respiratory therapists, surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals in the field within the state.
Top Paying Areas in California
Not all locations in California offer the same opportunities. Below you'll find a breakdown of respiratory therapists salaries by metropolitan and non-metropolitan areas, helping you identify the most lucrative locations within the state.
San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara
Santa Rosa
Vallejo-Fairfield
Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade
Modesto
San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Arroyo Grande
North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara
Stockton-Lodi
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
Redding
San Diego-Carlsbad
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura
Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area
Fresno
Bakersfield
North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario
Visalia-Porterville
El Centro
Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.