Respiratory Therapists Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $71,810 -10.7% vs national
Median hourly $34.52
10th percentile $61,440
90th percentile $79,690
Employed locally 90
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,440
    25th
    $66,190
    50th (median)
    $71,810
    75th
    $76,610
    90th
    $79,690

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,120
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,930
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,510
    Dental Hygienists $76,100
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,140
    Pharmacists $133,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in Northern Michigan is $34.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.39 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in Northern Michigan is 10.7% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $61,440 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,190.