Respiratory Therapists pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $38.39 an hour ($79,850 a year). About 4,520 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). Michigan ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.14 | $64,770 |
| 25% of workers | $34.49 | $71,740 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.39 | $79,850 |
| 75% of workers | $39.91 | $83,020 |
| 90% of workers | $43.37 | $90,210 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek | $81,440 | 60 |
| Monroe | $81,290 | 30 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $80,790 | 1,910 |
| Ann Arbor | $79,850 | 390 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $78,530 | 160 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $78,070 | 690 |
| Flint | $77,760 | 150 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $76,220 | 130 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (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 Michigan
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $94,300 |
| Physical Therapists | $100,900 |
| Physician Assistants | $131,510 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,670 |
| Paramedics | $52,080 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $80,650 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $29,350 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $63,260 |
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