Respiratory Therapist Salary in Wisconsin
Respiratory Therapist pay in Wisconsin, explained
Respiratory therapists in Wisconsin earn a median of $84,210 per year ($40.48 per hour), which is 2% above the national median of $82,280. Entry-level workers earn around $70,520, while the most experienced respiratory therapists reach about $100,320. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Wisconsin.
Is $84,210 good pay in Wisconsin?
Adjusted for Wisconsin's cost of living (which runs 94% of the U.S. average), that $84,210 is worth about $89,495 in national buying power — ranking Wisconsin #15 for real pay (vs #18 on the sticker number).
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Respiratory Therapist in Wisconsin: FAQ
How much do respiratory therapists make in Wisconsin?
Respiratory therapists in Wisconsin earn a median of $84,210 per year ($40.48 per hour), compared with $82,280 nationally.
Does Wisconsin pay respiratory therapists well?
At $84,210, Wisconsin pays 2% above the national median for respiratory therapists. An estimated 1,940 work in the state.