As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor in the United States is $96,103. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $75,896 to a high of $118,791, with most professionals earning between $85,526 and $107,979.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $107,979 | $8,998 | $2,077 | $52 |
| Average | $96,103 | $8,009 | $1,848 | $46 |
| 25th Percentile | $85,526 | $7,127 | $1,645 | $41 |
An entry-level Respiratory Therapy Supervisor with less than 1 year of experience earns about $89,564. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $90,345. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $93,155. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $98,884, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $101,162.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Respiratory Therapy Supervisor | $89,564 |
| Intermediate Level Respiratory Therapy Supervisor | $90,345 |
| Senior Level Respiratory Therapy Supervisor | $93,155 |
| Specialist Level Respiratory Therapy Supervisor | $98,884 |
| Expert Level Respiratory Therapy Supervisor | $101,162 |
| Entry Level | 7% |
| Mid Level | 6% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 3% |
| Experienced | 5% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Respiratory Therapy Supervisor compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $74,042 in 2023 to approximately $74,342 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Respiratory Therapy Supervisor salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $96,103 | 72.3% | ||
| Bonus | $475 | 0.4% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $7,388 | 5.6% | ||
| 401K/403B | $4,732 | 3.6% | ||
| Disability | $1,545 | 1.2% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,371 | 4.8% | ||
| Pension | $4,056 | 3.1% | ||
| Time Off | $12,258 | 9.2% | ||
| Total Compensation | $132,928 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 19.2% |
| Associates | 57.7% |
| Bachelors | 15.4% |
| Masters | 7.7% |
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The average annual salary of Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is $96,103. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is $46; the average weekly pay of Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is $1,848; the average monthly pay of Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is $8,009.
A Respiratory Therapy Supervisor's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is $120,609.
The highest pay for Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is $118,791.
The lowest pay for Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is $75,896.
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor supervises, organizes, and coordinates the clinical and technical aspects of services rendered to ensure the delivery of quality respiratory therapy treatment. Specific duties may include: counseling staff members about appropriate procedures and policies, performing therapeutic procedures, running quality control tests on all blood gas analyzers, and maintaining equipment. Being a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor is responsible for the administration of oxygen, therapeutic gas, and respiratory medications to patients in accordance with physician orders. Develops, implements, and controls the provision of therapeutic patient care services. Additionally, Respiratory Therapy Supervisor plans and coordinates the daily work activities of respiratory therapists in accordance with hospital policies and the directives of medical staff. Ensures that all policies and procedures are followed according to the facility and department. Requires an associate degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). The Respiratory Therapy Supervisor supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. To be a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor.
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