Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Columbia, MO
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$26.65/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Columbia, MO is $26.65 per hour. This is 14% lower than the Missouri average of $30.30.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Columbia, MO compared to State and National Averages
$26.65/hour
Columbia, MO
45% lower than the US average.
$30.30/hour
Missouri
27% lower than the US average.
$38.53/hour
United States
How Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Columbia Compare to Other Cities
How Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Columbia Compare to Other Cities
Loveland, Colorado
$47/hour
This is 50% higher than the Columbia average of $23.41.
San Antonio, Texas
$31/hour
This is 24% higher than the Columbia average of $23.41.
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, Missouri | $29 | $36 |
| Lee's Summit, Missouri | $27 | $100 |
Last updated on December 5, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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