Respiratory Therapist Salary in Illinois
Respiratory Therapist pay in Illinois, explained
Respiratory therapists in Illinois earn a median of $84,090 per year ($40.43 per hour), which is 2% above the national median of $82,280. Entry-level workers earn around $64,480, while the most experienced respiratory therapists reach about $100,100. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Illinois.
Is $84,090 good pay in Illinois?
Adjusted for Illinois's cost of living (which runs 100% of the U.S. average), that $84,090 is worth about $84,125 in national buying power — ranking Illinois #33 for real pay (vs #19 on the sticker number).
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Respiratory Therapist in Illinois: FAQ
How much do respiratory therapists make in Illinois?
Respiratory therapists in Illinois earn a median of $84,090 per year ($40.43 per hour), compared with $82,280 nationally.
Does Illinois pay respiratory therapists well?
At $84,090, Illinois pays 2% above the national median for respiratory therapists. An estimated 4,880 work in the state.