Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Ohio
Average Respiratory Therapist Salary
$27.93/hour
The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Ohio is $27.93 per hour. This is 44% lower than the US average of $40.10.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Respiratory Therapist salaries in Ohio compared to National Averages
$27.93/hour
Ohio
44% lower than the US average.
$40.10/hour
United States
How does the pay for Respiratory Therapists in Ohio compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Respiratory Therapists the most, averaging $38 per hour, followed by Illinois ($37) and New York ($37). New York has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the Ohio average for Respiratory Therapists is $28 per hour — Wisconsin pays 38% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $38 | $39 |
| Illinois | $37 | $38 |
| New York | $37 | $48 |
| Maryland | $32 | $39 |
| Michigan | $28 | $36 |
| Pennsylvania | $28 | $37 |
| West Virginia | $25 | $33 |
| Kentucky | $24 | $31 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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