Respiratory Therapists Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $80,390 -0.1% vs national
Median hourly $38.65
10th percentile $65,590
90th percentile $91,130
Employed locally 90
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,590
    25th
    $76,640
    50th (median)
    $80,390
    75th
    $86,460
    90th
    $91,130

    Top-paying metros for Respiratory Therapists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $137,080
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $134,880
    Vallejo, CA $132,520
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $131,320
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $129,640
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $129,180

    Related occupations in Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,110
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,730
    Pharmacy Technicians $40,100
    Dental Hygienists $80,520
    Emergency Medical Technicians $43,190
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $59,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in Northeastern Wisconsin is $38.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.72 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 0.1% below the national median of $80,450. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Respiratory Therapists in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $65,590 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,640.