Average Respiratory Therapist Salary in Oregon

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Respiratory Therapist in Oregon earns $72,700 per year, which is above the national average of $70,540. This translates to approximately $34.95 per hour, $2,796 biweekly, or $6,058 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Oregon is 10% above the national average, which explains the higher salary levels needed to maintain purchasing power.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$54,500	$26.20
Average (50th)	$72,700	$34.95
Experienced (75th)	$83,600	$40.19
Top Earners (90th)	$94,500	$45.43

Respiratory Therapist Salary by City in Oregon

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Portland	$78,500	$6,542/mo
Salem	$74,200	$6,183/mo
Eugene	$71,200	$5,933/mo
Bend	$69,100	$5,758/mo
Hillsboro	$67,600	$5,633/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Associate's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	13% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	4.75%-9.9% (4 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$14.70/hr
Cost of Living Index	1.10 (+10% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Oregon

Major employers hiring Respiratory Therapists in Oregon include Nike, Intel, Providence Health, OHSU, and Precision Castparts. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

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