Respiratory Therapist salary in Montana
What respiratory therapists earn in Montana and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$81,190$39.03 per hour
vs U.S.−1%U.S. median $82,280
Middle half earn$67,360 – $85,320Top 10%: $92,890+
Jobs3900.85× the U.S. concentration
Respiratory Therapist pay in Montana cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | $79,820 | $38.38 | 100 |
| Missoula, MT | $82,580 | $39.70 | 70 |
| West Montana nonmetropolitan area | $81,190 | $39.03 | 70 |
| East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area | $88,600 | $42.59 | 30 |
Hospitals and jobs in Montana
Respiratory Therapist pay in similar states
Nebraska · $81,590 North Dakota · $81,230 Florida · $81,160 Utah · $80,650 North Carolina · $80,090 Ohio · $79,920
Other healthcare salaries in Montana
Registered Nurses · $85,280 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,630 Nursing Assistants · $40,900 Medical Assistants · $46,820 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $62,210 Dental Assistants · $46,680 Pharmacy Technicians · $49,400 Nurse Practitioners · $137,210 Pharmacists · $142,080 Physical Therapists · $91,450 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $65,190 Dental Hygienists · $98,440
Questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make in Montana?
Respiratory Therapists in Montana earned a median of $81,190 a year ($39.03 an hour) in May 2025, 1% less than the national median of $82,280. The middle half earned $67,360 to $85,320.
Where in Montana do respiratory therapists earn the most?
Among areas in Montana, pay was highest in Missoula, MT at $82,580.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.