Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$26.34/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Iowa is $26.34 per hour. This is 46% lower than the US average of $38.44.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$26.34/hour
Iowa
46% lower than the US average.
$38.44/hour
United States
How does the pay for Registered Respiratory Therapists in Iowa compare to nearby states?
Illinois pays Registered Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $29 per hour, followed by Michigan ($28) and Missouri ($27). Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Iowa average for Registered Respiratory Therapists is $26 per hour — Illinois pays 10% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $29 | $38 |
| Michigan | $28 | $36 |
| Missouri | $27 | $36 |
Last updated on October 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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