Respiratory Therapists pay in Indiana
In Indiana, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $38.33 an hour ($79,730 a year). About 3,170 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). Indiana ranks 33rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Indiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.16 | $62,730 |
| 25% of workers | $32.58 | $67,760 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.33 | $79,730 |
| 75% of workers | $40.85 | $84,960 |
| 90% of workers | $45.66 | $94,980 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Indiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan City-La Porte | $82,990 | 50 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $81,720 | 1,230 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette | $80,140 | 110 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $79,450 | 110 |
| Evansville | $78,990 | 170 |
| Bloomington | $78,100 | 90 |
| Fort Wayne | $77,390 | 210 |
Indiana unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for respiratory therapists
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +8.5% over ten years, much faster than average · about 8,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Indiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $83,500 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,560 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,280 |
| Paramedics | $60,320 |
| Physician Assistants | $132,050 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,660 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $79,380 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,100 |
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