Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Mississippi
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$23.94/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Mississippi is $23.94 per hour. This is 61% lower than the US average of $38.56.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in Mississippi compared to National Averages
$23.94/hour
Mississippi
61% lower than the US average.
$38.56/hour
United States
How does the pay for Registered Respiratory Therapists in Mississippi compare to nearby states?
Florida pays Registered Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $31 per hour, followed by Texas ($29) and Illinois ($29). Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Registered Respiratory Therapists is $24 per hour — Florida pays 29% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $31 | $45 |
| Texas | $29 | $38 |
| Illinois | $29 | $38 |
| Missouri | $27 | $36 |
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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