As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for respiratory director in Louisiana is $131,477, equivalent to $63 per hour, $2,528 weekly, or $10,956 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 Louisiana vary widely, spanning from $111,225 to $159,845. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($120,876) and 75th percentile ($146,326), while top earners (90th percentile) make $159,845 per year. This $25,450 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, Louisiana respiratory director often earn 4.9% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 26 companies. However, Louisiana currently ranks 35 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 $111,225 LA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile respiratory director Salary $120,876 LA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile respiratory director Salary $131,477 LA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile respiratory director Salary $146,326 LA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile respiratory director Salary $159,845 LA September 01, 2026
25% $120,876 10% $111,225 90% $159,845 75% $146,326 $131,477 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 Abbeville, LA Avg. Salary $143,766 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Abita Springs, LA Avg. Salary $146,813 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Acme, LA Avg. Salary $142,199 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Addis, LA Avg. Salary $151,705 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Aimwell, LA Avg. Salary $141,436 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Akers, LA Avg. Salary $148,423 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albany, LA Avg. Salary $147,762 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, LA Avg. Salary $139,945 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ama, LA Avg. Salary $152,023 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Amelia, LA Avg. Salary $145,126 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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