Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Columbia, MO
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$26.65/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Columbia, MO is $26.65 per hour. This is equal to the Missouri average
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in Columbia, MO compared to State and National Averages
$26.65/hour
Columbia, MO
44% lower than the US average.
$26.72/hour
Missouri
44% lower than the US average.
$38.37/hour
United States
How Registered Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Columbia Compare to Other Cities
How Registered Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Columbia Compare to Other Cities
Kansas City, Missouri
$30/hour
This is 22% higher than the Columbia average of $23.41.
Dallas, Texas
$32/hour
This is 28% higher than the Columbia average of $23.41.
Detroit, Michigan
$34/hour
This is 31% higher than the Columbia average of $23.41.
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Registered Respiratory Therapists?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, Missouri | $30 | $37 |
| Lee's Summit, Missouri | $27 | $100 |
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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