Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Illinois

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Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$28.98/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Illinois is $28.98 per hour. This is 30% lower than the US average of $37.56.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Respiratory Therapist salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages

$28.98/hour

Illinois

30% lower than the US average.

$37.56/hour

United States

How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Illinois compare to nearby states?

Only Michigan reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $42 per hour. Michigan also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Illinois average for Respiratory Therapists is $29 per hour — Michigan pays 46% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Michigan	$42	$45

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Illinois?

Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $34 per hour, followed by BJC HealthCare ($33). For comparison, the Illinois average for Respiratory Therapists is $29 per hour — Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays 18% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Medical Solutions Direct Hire	$34	$34
BJC HealthCare	$33	$33

Last updated on October 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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