IN · Jeffersonville · Updated October 15, 2026

Respiratory Therapist jobs in Jeffersonville, IN

The median respiratory therapist pay in the Jeffersonville area is $35.29 per hour ($73,410 a year), with the typical range running from $31.07 to $37.64. That ranks 188th of 270 U.S. metro areas for respiratory therapist pay, and 170th of 248 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Jeffersonville. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Jeffersonville.

Respiratory Therapist pay in Jeffersonville, IN

The metro median is 6% below the Indiana statewide median of $37.41 per hour. Nationally the median is $38.68 per hour. BLS counts about 990 respiratory therapists employed in the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.63).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$30.27$62,96022% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$31.07$64,63020% below U.S. median
Median$35.29$73,4109% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$37.64$78,2903% below U.S. median
Top 10%$42.94$89,32011% above U.S. median

How Jeffersonville ranks

  • 188th of 270 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 170th of 248 after adjusting for local prices

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Respiratory Therapists (SOC 29-1126), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

What your pay buys in Jeffersonville

  • Overall prices in Louisville/Jefferson County run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $35.29 median hour buys what $37.92 buys at the national price level, 2% below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,270
  • Per year: $63,522
  • Per month: $5,294

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Jeffersonville

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$110
Meals and incidentals per day$68
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,246
13-week assignment$16,198

Travel respiratory therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.

Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).

Open Respiratory Therapist roles in Indiana

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Hospitals in Jeffersonville

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Jeffersonville, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of respiratory therapists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Norton Clark Hospital
Jeffersonville, IN
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Wellstone Regional Hospital
Jeffersonville, IN
PsychiatricFor-profitNot ratedYes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Respiratory Therapist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Louisville, KY12 mi$35.29/hr640,796
Columbus, IN62 mi$37.41/hr51,970
Lexington, KY70 mi$32.66/hr329,437
Bloomington, IN73 mi$36.58/hr79,986
Cincinnati, OH85 mi$38.33/hr314,915
Owensboro, KY87 mi$30.83/hr60,675

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License and tax basics in Indiana

RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Indiana state guide

Other healthcare roles in Jeffersonville

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Common questions

How much do respiratory therapists make in Jeffersonville, IN?

Respiratory Therapists in the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area have a median pay of $35.29 per hour, about $73,410 a year. The middle half earn between $31.07 and $37.64 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Jeffersonville a good place for respiratory therapists once cost of living is counted?

Louisville/Jefferson County ranks 170th of 248 metro areas for respiratory therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 188th of 270 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.

Where do respiratory therapists work in Jeffersonville?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Jeffersonville, led by Norton Clark Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Indiana license to work in Jeffersonville as a respiratory therapist?

RRT or CRT credential from NBRC. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Jeffersonville?

The federal per diem benchmark in Jeffersonville is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

Does Valorem Health place respiratory therapists in Jeffersonville?

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Select MedicalEvansville, IN · 3 postings$34.87/ hr$30–$44
  • CommonSpirit HealthSacramento, CA · 8 postings$56.70/ hr$47–$71
  • MultiCareTacoma, WA · 18 postings$54.16/ hr$29–$68
  • Fairview Health ServicesGrand Rapids, MN · 7 postings$53.34/ hr$36–$63

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2What they are offering now

Low$30Median$34.87High$44

3 RT postings with published pay in Indiana, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 3 RT roles

  1. Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) - Full-time NightsPermanent
    $32.69–$44.00/ hour
    Select Medical · Portage, IN · posted today
  2. Respiratory Therapist - Full-time - Night ShiftPermanent
    $29.73–$40.00/ hour
    Select Medical · Evansville, IN · posted 23 days ago

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