As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for respiratory director in Pennsylvania is $137,659, equivalent to $66 per hour, $2,647 weekly, or $11,472 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 Pennsylvania vary widely, spanning from $116,454 to $167,360. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($126,559) and 75th percentile ($153,205), while top earners (90th percentile) make $167,360 per year. This $26,646 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, Pennsylvania respiratory director often earn 0.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 26 companies. However, Pennsylvania currently ranks 19 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 $116,454 PA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile respiratory director Salary $126,559 PA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile respiratory director Salary $137,659 PA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile respiratory director Salary $153,205 PA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile respiratory director Salary $167,360 PA September 01, 2026
25% $126,559 10% $116,454 90% $167,360 75% $153,205 $137,659 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 Stroudsburg, PA Avg. Salary $161,320 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Aaronsburg, PA Avg. Salary $150,235 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Abbottstown, PA Avg. Salary $154,761 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Abington, PA Avg. Salary $167,062 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ackermanville, PA Avg. Salary $163,988 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Acme, PA Avg. Salary $148,872 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Acosta, PA Avg. Salary $143,875 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adah, PA Avg. Salary $152,192 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adamsburg, PA Avg. Salary $153,610 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adamstown, PA Avg. Salary $157,577 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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