Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Michigan
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$28.30/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Michigan is $28.30 per hour. This is 34% lower than the US average of $37.81.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages
$28.30/hour
Michigan
34% lower than the US average.
$37.81/hour
United States
What cities in Michigan pay the most for Respiratory Therapists?
Only Detroit, Michigan reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $38 per hour. Detroit, Michigan also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Michigan average for Respiratory Therapists is $28 per hour — Detroit, Michigan pays 35% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit, Michigan | $38 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Respiratory Therapist jobs in Michigan?
Select Medical pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $40 per hour, followed by Detroit Medical Center ($39). Select Medical also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $43. For comparison, the Michigan average for Respiratory Therapists is $28 per hour — Select Medical pays 40% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | $40 | $43 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $39 | $39 |
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Detroit, MI
$32-45/hour
Respiratory Therapist
- DMC Hutzel Women's Hospital
- Detroit, MI
- Sign-On Bonus
$32-45/hour
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- DMC Children's Hospital Michigan
- Detroit, MI
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