Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Joplin, MO
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$24.34/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Joplin, MO is $24.34 per hour. This is 36% lower than the Missouri average of $33.03.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Joplin, MO compared to State and National Averages
$24.34/hour
Joplin, MO
61% lower than the US average.
$33.03/hour
Missouri
19% lower than the US average.
$39.16/hour
United States
How Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Joplin Compare to Other Cities
How Respiratory Therapist Salaries in Joplin Compare to Other Cities
Kansas City, Missouri
$29/hour
This is 17% higher than the Joplin average of $24.34.
San Antonio, Texas
$31/hour
This is 20% higher than the Joplin average of $24.34.
Fort Wayne, Indiana
$25/hour
This is 3% higher than the Joplin average of $24.34.
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 January 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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