Respiratory Therapist Salary in Iowa
Respiratory Therapist pay in Iowa, explained
Respiratory therapists in Iowa earn a median of $74,760 per year ($35.94 per hour), which is 9% below the national median of $82,280. Entry-level workers earn around $62,860, while the most experienced respiratory therapists reach about $86,510. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Iowa.
Is $74,760 good pay in Iowa?
Adjusted for Iowa's cost of living (which runs 88% of the U.S. average), that $74,760 is worth about $85,185 in national buying power — ranking Iowa #27 for real pay (vs #43 on the sticker number).
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Respiratory Therapist in Iowa: FAQ
How much do respiratory therapists make in Iowa?
Respiratory therapists in Iowa earn a median of $74,760 per year ($35.94 per hour), compared with $82,280 nationally.
Does Iowa pay respiratory therapists well?
At $74,760, Iowa pays 9% below the national median for respiratory therapists. An estimated 910 work in the state.