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Respiratory Therapists Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #46 of 51 · KY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of respiratory therapistss in Kentucky earn between $58,330 and $92,540. 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 Kentucky is $72,470, about 17% below the U.S. average ($87,300). That works out to roughly $35/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $80,040 | $78,710 | 430 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $76,560 | $75,290 | 840 |
| Paducah, KY-IL | $76,100 | $73,050 | 80 |
| Elizabethtown, KY | $74,040 | $73,050 | 40 |
| Bowling Green, KY | $68,490 | $70,240 | 90 |
| West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $66,470 | $67,650 | 170 |
| South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $65,240 | $68,190 | 230 |
| Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area | $63,690 | $67,540 | 210 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do respiratory therapists make in Kentucky?
The median respiratory therapists salary in Kentucky is $72,750 per year (mean $72,470), and about 80% earn between $58,330 and $92,540.
How much do respiratory therapists make per hour in Kentucky?
Roughly $35 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $72,470 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Kentucky a high-paying state for respiratory therapists?
Kentucky ranks #46 of 51 states for respiratory therapists pay. Its mean salary of $72,470 is about 17% below the U.S. average of $87,300.
Which metro areas in Kentucky pay respiratory therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Kentucky for respiratory therapists are Lexington-Fayette, KY ($80,040), Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN ($76,560), Paducah, KY-IL ($76,100), by median annual wage.