How much does a respiratory therapist make in Kansas?
$76,970a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in Kansas. That is $37.00 an hour or $6,414 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.00
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,470Median: $76,970Highest 10%: $94,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,470 | $29.07 | |
| 25th | $64,680 | $31.10 | |
| Median | $76,970 | $37.00 | |
| 75th | $81,240 | $39.06 | |
| 90th | $94,600 | $45.48 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $79,140 |
| Topeka, KS | $77,190 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $73,860 |
| Wichita, KS | $71,330 |
| Joplin, MO | $65,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 38. Idaho | $78,460 |
| 39. Missouri | $78,390 |
| 40. South Carolina | $77,740 |
| 41. Kansas | $76,970 |
| 42. Louisiana | $75,240 |
| 43. Iowa | $74,760 |
| 44. Arkansas | $73,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $37.00 ($76,970 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Kansas than the national average?
No: $76,970 against $82,280 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Kansas rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Kansas ranks 41 of 51 states.
Which city in Kansas pays respiratory therapists the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $79,140 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.