Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$28.98/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Illinois is $28.98 per hour. This is 41% lower than the US average of $40.87.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Respiratory Therapist salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages

$28.98/hour

Illinois

41% lower than the US average.

$40.87/hour

United States

What cities in Illinois pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Libertyville, Illinois$41$51
Oak Lawn, Illinois$38$43
Skokie, Illinois$29$100
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Wisconsin$37$41
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Illinois?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Advocate Aurora Health$38$38

Last updated on December 17, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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