As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for respiratory director in Virginia is $139,252, equivalent to $67 per hour, $2,678 weekly, or $11,604 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 Virginia vary widely, spanning from $117,632 to $169,297. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($127,935) and 75th percentile ($154,979), while top earners (90th percentile) make $169,297 per year. This $27,044 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, Virginia respiratory director often earn 0.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 26 companies. However, Virginia currently ranks 18 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 $117,632 VA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile respiratory director Salary $127,935 VA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile respiratory director Salary $139,252 VA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile respiratory director Salary $154,979 VA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile respiratory director Salary $169,297 VA October 01, 2026
25% $127,935 10% $117,632 90% $169,297 75% $154,979 $139,252 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 Annandale, VA Avg. Salary $175,915 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Virginia State University, VA Avg. Salary $155,369 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Abingdon, VA Avg. Salary $145,395 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Accomac, VA Avg. Salary $152,209 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Achilles, VA Avg. Salary $150,982 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Afton, VA Avg. Salary $149,858 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alberta, VA Avg. Salary $152,299 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Aldie, VA Avg. Salary $167,951 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, VA Avg. Salary $176,322 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Altavista, VA Avg. Salary $146,497 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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