Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$24.11/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Kentucky is $24.11 per hour. This is 56% lower than the US average of $37.54.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$24.11/hour
Kentucky
56% lower than the US average.
$37.54/hour
United States
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
---|---|---|
North Carolina | $28 | $36 |
Last updated on February 22, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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