Respiratory Therapists Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $67,920 -15.6% vs national
Median hourly $32.66
10th percentile $51,720
90th percentile $82,010
Employed locally 150
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,720
    25th
    $61,490
    50th (median)
    $67,920
    75th
    $78,840
    90th
    $82,010

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,010
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,000
    Pharmacy Technicians $41,170
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,310
    Paramedics $47,610
    Nurse Practitioners $126,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in West Central Illinois is $32.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.45 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in West Central Illinois is 15.6% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $51,720 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,490.