Average Respiratory Therapist Salary in Georgia

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Respiratory Therapist in Georgia earns $69,100 per year, which is below the national average of $70,540. This translates to approximately $33.22 per hour, $2,658 biweekly, or $5,758 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$51,800	$24.90
Average (50th)	$69,100	$33.22
Experienced (75th)	$79,500	$38.20
Top Earners (90th)	$89,800	$43.17

Respiratory Therapist Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$74,600	$6,217/mo
Augusta	$70,500	$5,875/mo
Savannah	$67,700	$5,642/mo
Athens	$65,600	$5,467/mo
Macon	$64,300	$5,358/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Associate's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	13% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Respiratory Therapists in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

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