Respiratory Therapist Salary Guide: Wisconsin

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Average Respiratory Therapist Salary

$30.92/hour

The average salary for a Respiratory Therapist in Wisconsin is $30.92 per hour. This is 21% lower than the US average of $37.39.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Respiratory Therapist salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages

$30.92/hour

Wisconsin

21% lower than the US average.

$37.39/hour

United States

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

Only Illinois reports pay data for Respiratory Therapists, averaging $29 per hour. Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Respiratory Therapists is $31 per hour — Illinois pays 6% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Illinois	$29	$38

Last updated on October 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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