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Respiratory Therapists
SOC 29-1126 · Healthcare & Social Services
jobs in Hamilton County, 2026
estimated openings each year
median pay in Hamilton County
projected job growth
Source: Lightcast Q1 2026 occupation snapshot, Hamilton County, IN.
What this job pays in the Indianapolis area
Half of workers earn more than the median, half earn less. The range below runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile.
| Point in the range | Per year | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $64,970 | $31.24 |
| 25th percentile | $70,510 | $33.90 |
| Median (middle) | $81,720 | $39.29 |
| 75th percentile | $85,610 | $41.16 |
| 90th percentile | $94,950 | $45.65 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 release, Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood MSA. Hamilton County employers often pay above the metro median for skilled roles. "Not published" means the federal source suppressed or top-coded that value.
What you need to get started
Most common education: An associate degree (a 2-year college program).
How much preparation: Medium preparation. Training after high school, an apprenticeship, or one to two years of experience.
Source: O*NET database, U.S. Department of Labor (2021-2023 vintages).
This role is a documented next step from
Local training that can get you there
- Ivy Tech Community College
Post-secondary
Associate degrees, certificates, workforce credentials across IT, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, business, skilled trades. - The Pursuit Institute (TPI)
K-12 CTE
K-12 CTE consortium serving all 6 Hamilton County school corps. 9 career pathways, 15 TPI-managed programs, 450+ courses. Advanced manufacturing, healthcare, business/finance, education, agriculture, info tech, hospitality, engineering.
Source: IHC program registry, curated April 2026. Programs decide their own eligibility and enrollment.