Respiratory Therapists pay in St. Louis
In St. Louis (MO), the median pay for respiratory therapists is $38.08 an hour ($79,210 a year). About 1,260 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($82,280). It is about the same as the Missouri median ($78,390).
Pay range for respiratory therapists in St. Louis (MO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.92 | $62,230 |
| 25% of workers | $32.34 | $67,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.08 | $79,210 |
| 75% of workers | $40.17 | $83,560 |
| 90% of workers | $46.02 | $95,730 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis (this page) | $79,210 | 1,260 |
| Kansas City | $79,140 | 1,190 |
| Jefferson City | $77,500 | 50 |
| St. Joseph | $73,860 | 50 |
| Springfield | $72,490 | 310 |
| Columbia | $69,400 | 150 |
| Cape Girardeau | $66,910 | 90 |
| Joplin | $65,630 | 150 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 St. Louis (MO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $83,180 |
| Physical Therapists | $100,600 |
| Paramedics | $63,050 |
| Physician Assistants | $136,120 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,820 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $131,580 |
| Pharmacists | $138,530 |
| Occupational Therapists | $95,770 |
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