Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Iowa

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Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$34.46/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Iowa is $34.46 per hour. This is 18% lower than the US average of $40.79.

Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Respiratory Therapist salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages

$34.46/hour

Iowa

18% lower than the US average.

$40.79/hour

United States

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

Colorado pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $47 per hour, followed by Illinois ($37) and Oklahoma ($35). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the Iowa average for Respiratory Therapists is $34 per hour — Colorado pays 38% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Colorado	$47	$47
Illinois	$37	$38
Oklahoma	$35	$35
Wisconsin	$31	$38
Kansas	$27	$36
Missouri	$27	$36

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

Prolink Direct Placement/RPO Region pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $37 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($36) and Perm Staff Jobs ($27). For comparison, the Iowa average for Respiratory Therapists is $34 per hour — Prolink Direct Placement/RPO Region pays 7% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Prolink Direct Placement/RPO Region	$37	$37
Medical Solutions Direct Hire	$36	$37
Perm Staff Jobs	$27	$29

Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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