Respiratory Therapists pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for respiratory therapists is $40.48 an hour ($84,210 a year). About 1,940 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($82,280). Wisconsin ranks 18th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for respiratory therapists in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.91 | $70,520 |
| 25% of workers | $37.89 | $78,800 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.48 | $84,210 |
| 75% of workers | $46.40 | $96,510 |
| 90% of workers | $48.23 | $100,320 |
Respiratory Therapists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $89,040 | 630 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $86,460 | 40 |
| Appleton | $84,300 | 60 |
| Green Bay | $82,300 | 130 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $81,600 | 70 |
| Madison | $81,530 | 350 |
| Eau Claire | $80,900 | 50 |
| Kenosha | $77,570 | 40 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $95,530 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,840 |
| Physician Assistants | $133,950 |
| Paramedics | $59,710 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,080 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $59,960 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $74,380 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $36,820 |
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