As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for respiratory director in Washington is $149,938, equivalent to $72 per hour, $2,883 weekly, or $12,495 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 Washington vary widely, spanning from $126,842 to $182,289. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($137,848) and 75th percentile ($166,871), while top earners (90th percentile) make $182,289 per year. This $29,023 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, Washington respiratory director often earn 8.4% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 26 companies. However, Washington currently ranks 4 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 $126,842 WA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile respiratory director Salary $137,848 WA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile respiratory director Salary $149,938 WA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile respiratory director Salary $166,871 WA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile respiratory director Salary $182,289 WA September 01, 2026
25% $137,848 10% $126,842 90% $182,289 75% $166,871 $149,938 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 Aberdeen, WA Avg. Salary $166,694 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Acme, WA Avg. Salary $165,114 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Addy, WA Avg. Salary $162,109 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adna, WA Avg. Salary $167,290 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Airway Heights, WA Avg. Salary $162,886 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albion, WA Avg. Salary $161,902 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Allyn, WA Avg. Salary $171,583 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Almira, WA Avg. Salary $160,876 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Amanda Park, WA Avg. Salary $164,838 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Amboy, WA Avg. Salary $166,067 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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