As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for respiratory director in Colorado is $141,088, equivalent to $68 per hour, $2,713 weekly, or $11,757 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for respiratory director in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for respiratory director in Colorado vary widely, spanning from $119,355 to $171,529. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($129,712) and 75th percentile ($157,022), while top earners (90th percentile) make $171,529 per year. This $27,310 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Acute Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Colorado respiratory director often earn 2.0% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 26 companies. However, Colorado currently ranks 13 nationwide for respiratory director job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
respiratory director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile respiratory director Salary $119,355 CO September 01, 2026
25th Percentile respiratory director Salary $129,712 CO September 01, 2026
50th Percentile respiratory director Salary $141,088 CO September 01, 2026
75th Percentile respiratory director Salary $157,022 CO September 01, 2026
90th Percentile respiratory director Salary $171,529 CO September 01, 2026
25% $129,712 10% $119,355 90% $171,529 75% $157,022 $141,088 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A respiratory director ?

The salary for a respiratory director typically ranges from $90,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on factors such as location, experience, and the size of the healthcare facility. This role involves overseeing respiratory therapy departments, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Responsibilities include developing treatment protocols, coordinating patient care, and collaborating with other medical professionals. Additionally, the respiratory director may be involved in budgeting, staff training, and quality improvement initiatives. Competitive benefits package...

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Jefferson, CO Avg. Salary $160,451 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Agate, CO Avg. Salary $157,144 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Aguilar, CO Avg. Salary $156,347 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Akron, CO Avg. Salary $156,903 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alamosa, CO Avg. Salary $158,235 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Allenspark, CO Avg. Salary $163,967 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alma, CO Avg. Salary $161,986 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Almont, CO Avg. Salary $162,878 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Amherst, CO Avg. Salary $156,400 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Anton, CO Avg. Salary $156,270 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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