Healthcare Shreveport, LA Pop. 187,593

Respiratory Therapist Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana

The median respiratory therapist salary in Shreveport, LA is $59,959 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 6.6% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$59,959
vs State Avg
$-4,232
vs National
$-10,581
Cost of Living
85%

Respiratory Therapist Salary in Shreveport by Experience

In Shreveport, an entry-level respiratory therapist earns around $42,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $80,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$42,500
$-7,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$61,200
$-10,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$80,750
$-14,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Shreveport, LA

Percentile Shreveport
10th Percentile $40,800
25th Percentile $48,450
Median (50th) $59,959
75th Percentile $73,100
90th Percentile $84,150

Respiratory Therapist Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$69,129
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$64,897
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$62,075
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$60,664
Pop. 80,000

How to Become a Respiratory Therapist in Shreveport

Education

Most respiratory therapist positions require a associate's degree. Shreveport and the surrounding Louisiana area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Ventilator ManagementPulmonary Function TestingABG AnalysisOxygen TherapyCritical CarePatient Assessment

Job Outlook

Nationally, respiratory therapist employment is projected to grow 14% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Shreveport may vary based on local industry and population growth.