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Respiratory Therapists Salary in Illinois
Ranked #21 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of respiratory therapistss in Illinois earn between $64,480 and $100,100. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean respiratory therapists salary in Illinois is $84,920, about 2.7% below the U.S. average ($87,300). That works out to roughly $41/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $87,060 | $88,400 | 3,620 |
| Kankakee, IL | $84,490 | $84,170 | 60 |
| Springfield, IL | $78,340 | $81,810 | 140 |
| Peoria, IL | $77,660 | $77,810 | 210 |
| Rockford, IL | $77,640 | $79,090 | 160 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $77,480 | $76,550 | 140 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $76,730 | $76,030 | 80 |
| Bloomington, IL | $75,490 | $79,850 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Illinois?
The median respiratory therapists salary in Illinois is $84,090 per year (mean $84,920), and about 80% earn between $64,480 and $100,100.
How much do respiratory therapists make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $41 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $84,920 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for respiratory therapists?
Illinois ranks #21 of 51 states for respiratory therapists pay. Its mean salary of $84,920 is about 2.7% below the U.S. average of $87,300.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay respiratory therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for respiratory therapists are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($87,060), Kankakee, IL ($84,490), Springfield, IL ($78,340), by median annual wage.