How much does a respiratory therapist make in Springfield?
$72,490a year
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $34.85 an hour or $6,041 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.85
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among cities
- 233 of 278
- Jobs in the area
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,160Median: $72,490Highest 10%: $82,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,160 | $30.37 | |
| 25th | $63,160 | $30.37 | |
| Median | $72,490 | $34.85 | |
| 75th | $82,260 | $39.55 | |
| 90th | $82,320 | $39.58 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for respiratory therapists.
| St. Louis, MO | $79,210 |
| Kansas City, MO | $79,140 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $77,500 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $73,860 |
| Columbia, MO | $69,400 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $66,910 |
| Joplin, MO | $65,630 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $869,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $354,800 |
| Physician | $300,000 |
| Dentist | $214,100 |
| Optometrist | $138,200 |
| Pharmacist | $135,000 |
| Physician Assistant | $129,300 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,600 |
| Veterinarian | $102,700 |
| Physical Therapist | $97,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a respiratory therapist make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $34.85 ($72,490 a year).
Do respiratory therapists make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $72,490 against $82,280 nationally, 12% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $78,390, so Springfield pays 8% less.
Where does Springfield rank for respiratory therapist pay?
233 of 278 metro areas with data.
How much does a respiratory therapist make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,160 or less a year; the top 10% make $82,320 or more.
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.