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Respiratory Therapists Salary Guide for Louisiana

respiratory therapists working in Louisiana earn an average of $62,790.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
2,480
Annual Mean Salary
$62,790.00
Hourly Rate
$30.19
Estimated Monthly*
$4,830.40
*Based on 40-hour work week

Louisiana vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Louisiana's respiratory therapists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Louisiana offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While Louisiana shows an upward salary trend for respiratory therapists, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for respiratory therapists can vary significantly within Louisiana. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Hammond

Annual Mean Salary
$68,730.00
Hourly Rate
$33.05
Employment
60 professionals
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Baton Rouge

Annual Mean Salary
$65,310.00
Hourly Rate
$31.40
Employment
380 professionals
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Houma-Thibodaux

Annual Mean Salary
$64,460.00
Hourly Rate
$30.99
Employment
100 professionals
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New Orleans-Metairie

Annual Mean Salary
$63,980.00
Hourly Rate
$30.76
Employment
800 professionals
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Alexandria

Annual Mean Salary
$62,810.00
Hourly Rate
$30.20
Employment
90 professionals
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Lafayette

Annual Mean Salary
$62,180.00
Hourly Rate
$29.90
Employment
240 professionals
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Lake Charles

Annual Mean Salary
$61,260.00
Hourly Rate
$29.45
Employment
60 professionals
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Shreveport-Bossier City

Annual Mean Salary
$61,250.00
Hourly Rate
$29.45
Employment
370 professionals
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Monroe

Annual Mean Salary
$60,840.00
Hourly Rate
$29.25
Employment
90 professionals
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Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$59,150.00
Hourly Rate
$28.44
Employment
90 professionals
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Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$58,590.00
Hourly Rate
$28.17
Employment
100 professionals
script

Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$58,370.00
Hourly Rate
$28.06
Employment
90 professionals
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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.