Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Ohio
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$27.93/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Ohio is $27.93 per hour. This is 42% lower than the US average of $39.73.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in Ohio compared to National Averages
$27.93/hour
Ohio
42% lower than the US average.
$39.73/hour
United States
How does the pay for Registered Respiratory Therapists in Ohio compare to nearby states?
New York pays Registered Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $37 per hour, followed by Virginia ($30) and Illinois ($29). New York also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the Ohio average for Registered Respiratory Therapists is $28 per hour — New York pays 33% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $37 | $48 |
| Virginia | $30 | $39 |
| Illinois | $29 | $38 |
| Michigan | $28 | $36 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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