Respiratory Therapists Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $80,410 +-0% vs national
Median hourly $38.66
10th percentile $66,650
90th percentile $94,450
Employed locally 90
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,650
    25th
    $69,770
    50th (median)
    $80,410
    75th
    $85,820
    90th
    $94,450

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$83,150
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$60,830
    Pharmacy Technicians$41,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians$37,200
    Dental Hygienists$82,450
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians$41,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in South Central Wisconsin is $38.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.01 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in South Central Wisconsin is 0% above 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $66,650 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,770.