How much does a respiratory therapist make in Nebraska?
$81,590a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in Nebraska. That is $39.23 an hour or $6,799 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.23
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,100Median: $81,590Highest 10%: $96,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,100 | $30.82 | |
| 25th | $73,600 | $35.38 | |
| Median | $81,590 | $39.23 | |
| 75th | $86,140 | $41.41 | |
| 90th | $96,180 | $46.24 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $81,590 |
| Omaha, NE | $81,270 |
| Sioux City, IA | $63,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for respiratory therapists.
| 21. Georgia | $83,700 |
| 22. Virginia | $82,910 |
| 23. Maine | $82,470 |
| 24. Nebraska | $81,590 |
| 25. North Dakota | $81,230 |
| 26. Montana | $81,190 |
| 27. Florida | $81,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $39.23 ($81,590 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $81,590 against $82,280 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for respiratory therapist pay?
Nebraska ranks 24 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays respiratory therapists the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $81,590 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.