Respiratory Therapists pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $39.22 an hour ($81,590 a year). About 840 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($82,280). Nebraska ranks 24th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.82 | $64,100 |
| 25% of workers | $35.38 | $73,600 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.22 | $81,590 |
| 75% of workers | $41.41 | $86,140 |
| 90% of workers | $46.24 | $96,180 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | $81,590 | 150 |
| Omaha | $81,270 | 460 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (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 Nebraska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $84,730 |
| Physical Therapists | $97,090 |
| Physician Assistants | $133,040 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,370 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $28,080 |
| Pharmacists | $139,330 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $132,130 |
| Occupational Therapists | $93,740 |
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