Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Registered Respiratory Therapist Salary
$30.92/hour
The average salary for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Wisconsin is $30.92 per hour. This is 35% lower than the US average of $41.59.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Registered Respiratory Therapist salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$30.92/hour
Wisconsin
35% lower than the US average.
$41.59/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Registered Respiratory Therapists?
Madison, Wisconsin pays Registered Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Janesville, Wisconsin ($30) and Beloit, Wisconsin ($30). Janesville, Wisconsin has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $78. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Registered Respiratory Therapists is $31 per hour — Madison, Wisconsin pays 42% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, Wisconsin | $44 | $45 |
| Janesville, Wisconsin | $30 | $78 |
| Beloit, Wisconsin | $30 | $78 |
How does the pay for Registered Respiratory Therapists in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin average for Registered Respiratory Therapists is $31 per hour — Illinois pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $29 | $38 |
| Michigan | $28 | $36 |
| Missouri | $27 | $36 |
Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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