What are the main factors that influence a RT's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for RT?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for RT roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A RT's salary?

A RT's salary grows with experience: starting around $71,469 for beginners, reaching about $74,528 at mid-level, and approach $77,312 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a RT?

RT salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for RT roles are District of Columbia $78,803, California $78,504, Massachusetts $77,458. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of RT roles make?

Salaries for RT level roles vary by specialization: Critical Care Transport Respiratory Therapist (CCT-RT),: $77,000; Rt Assistant: $70,270; RT Level II Technician: $69,456; Rt Technician: $40,303.

RT Salary in Delaware

How much does a RT make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a RT in Delaware is $72,077 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a RT's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,611
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,194 to $79,685
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,016

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RT Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,685	$6,640	$1,532	$38
Average	$72,077	$6,006	$1,386	$35
25th Percentile	$64,194	$5,349	$1,234	$31

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Key Factors That Influence RT Salaries

A RT's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects RT Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a RT's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $71,469
Early Career (1-2 years): $71,705
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,528
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,127
Expert (over 8 years): $77,312

Levels	Salary
Entry Level RT	$71,469
Intermediate Level RT	$71,705
Senior Level RT	$74,528
Specialist Level RT	$77,127
Expert Level RT	$77,312

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How Do RT Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract RTs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,803.
California: $78,504.
Massachusetts: $77,458.

District of Columbia $78,803 California $78,504 Massachusetts $77,458 Washington $77,173 New Jersey $77,145 Alaska $77,045 Connecticut $76,063 New York $75,664

Hawaii $74,390 Rhode Island $73,793 Maryland $73,387 Minnesota $72,832 Colorado $72,618 Illinois $72,547 Oregon $72,277 Delaware $72,077

New Hampshire $71,952 Virginia $71,672 Pennsylvania $70,853 Nevada $70,440 North Dakota $70,305 Michigan $70,092 Wisconsin $70,013 Vermont $69,857

Texas $69,423 Maine $69,394 Arizona $69,351 Ohio $69,302 Georgia $68,647 Indiana $68,319 Wyoming $68,255 Utah $68,156

Iowa $68,113 Kansas $67,771 Louisiana $67,672 North Carolina $67,636 Missouri $67,622 Florida $67,344 Montana $67,195 Nebraska $67,052

Kentucky $66,974 South Carolina $66,689 Tennessee $66,512 Idaho $66,440 New Mexico $65,921 Oklahoma $65,807 Alabama $65,387 South Dakota $64,682

Arkansas $64,298 West Virginia $64,092 Mississippi $63,472

Top Paying Cities for RTs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $71,753
Little Creek: $72,278
Magnolia: $72,174

Lincoln, DE $71,753 Little Creek, DE $72,278 Magnolia, DE $72,174 Milford, DE $71,935 Marydel, DE $72,053 Millsboro, DE $71,452 Millville, DE $71,562 Milton, DE $71,686

Nassau, DE $71,738 Ocean View, DE $71,550 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,687 Seaford, DE $71,728 Selbyville, DE $71,431 Smyrna, DE $72,328 Viola, DE $71,995 Woodside, DE $72,188

Bear, DE $72,022 Newark, DE $71,995 Claymont, DE $72,142 Delaware City, DE $72,067 Hockessin, DE $71,988 Kirkwood, DE $72,053 Middletown, DE $72,081 Montchanin, DE $72,005

New Castle, DE $72,015 Odessa, DE $72,116 Port Penn, DE $72,165 Rockland, DE $72,012 Saint Georges, DE $72,058 Townsend, DE $72,169 Winterthur, DE $72,020 Lewes, DE $71,714

Wilmington, DE $71,992 Dover, DE $72,278 Dover Afb, DE $71,897 Bethany Beach, DE $71,474 Bethel, DE $71,548 Bridgeville, DE $71,717 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,074 Cheswold, DE $72,255

Clayton, DE $72,257 Dagsboro, DE $71,425 Delmar, DE $71,310 Ellendale, DE $71,526 Felton, DE $71,929 Fenwick Island, DE $71,440 Frankford, DE $71,316 Frederica, DE $72,000

Georgetown, DE $71,398 Greenwood, DE $71,729 Harbeson, DE $71,474 Harrington, DE $71,838 Hartly, DE $72,062 Houston, DE $71,736 Kenton, DE $72,260 Laurel, DE $71,355

Yorklyn, DE $72,010

RT Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For RT roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, RT positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view RT as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a RT

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$86,493	$42.0	20%

RT Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a RT's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$64,194

Average $72,077/year

$79,685

$5,349

Average $6,006/month

$6,640

$1,234

Average $1,386/week

$1,532

$31

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,685	$6,640	$1,532	$38
Average	$72,077	$6,006	$1,386	$35
25th Percentile	$64,194	$5,349	$1,234	$31

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