Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary

$28.98/hour

The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Illinois is $28.98 per hour. This is 27% lower than the US average of $36.80.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages

$28.98/hour

Illinois

27% lower than the US average.

$36.80/hour

United States

What cities in Illinois pay the most for Registered Respiratory Therapists?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Oak Lawn, Illinois$41$46
Skokie, Illinois$29$100
How does the pay for Registered Respiratory Therapists in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Wisconsin$31$38
Michigan$28$36

Last updated on November 18, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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