Rrt Salary in Iowa

How much does a Rrt make in Iowa?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rrt in Iowa is $68,126 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a Rrt's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,500
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,124 to $74,080
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,838
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Rrt Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $74,080 $6,173 $1,425 $36
Average $68,126 $5,677 $1,310 $33
25th Percentile $60,124 $5,010 $1,156 $29
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Key Factors That Influence Rrt Salaries

A Rrt's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Rrt Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Rrt's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $66,792
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $67,348
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $69,968
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $72,418
  • Expert (over 8 years): $72,855
Levels Salary
Entry Level Rrt$66,792
Intermediate Level Rrt$67,348
Senior Level Rrt$69,968
Specialist Level Rrt$72,418
Expert Level Rrt$72,855
$66,792 0 yr
$67,348 < 2 yrs
$69,968 2-4 yrs
$72,418 5-8 yrs
$72,855 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Rrts

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • West Bend: $66,388
  • Melvin: $66,194
  • Milford: $66,476

Rrt Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Rrt roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Rrt positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Rrt as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Rrt

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$81,751$39.020%

Rrt Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rrt's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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  • Meda Health

    Davenport, IA

    RRT

    Meda Health | Davenport, IA

    RRT Specialty General. Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift. Shifts Per Week: 3. Start Date: 07/29/2026. End Date: 10/28/2026. Duration: 13 Week(s). City: Davenport. S... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Meda Health

    Ottumwa, IA

    RRT

    Meda Health | Ottumwa, IA

    Job Title. Travel Profession RRT Specialty General. Job Description. Shift Details: 12 Hour Night Shift Shifts Per Week: 3 Job Order Details: Start Date 08... more

    8 Days Ago

  • National Staffing Solutions

    Spirit Lake, IA

    RRT

    National Staffing Solutions | Spirit Lake, IA

    Details of the RRT - Acute Care (ACU) opening in Spirit Lake, IA:Anticipated Start Date:02/16/2026Anticipated Salary:Commensurate with ExperienceWork Setti... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Synergy Medical Staffing

    Des Moines, IA

    Synergy Medical Staffing | Des Moines, IA

    Travel Respiratory Therapist. Job Type: Travel. Profession: Respiratory Therapist. Specialty: Respiratory. Shift Details: 3X12 Nights. Job Order Details: S... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Synergy Medical Staffing

    Davenport, IA

    Synergy Medical Staffing | Davenport, IA

    Respiratory Therapist. Job Type: Travel. Profession: RRT/CRT. Specialty: Respiratory. Shift Details: 3x12 Days. Start Date: 07/29/2026. End Date: 10/28/202... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Jconnect Infotech Inc

    Decorah, IA

    Jconnect Infotech Inc | Decorah, IA

    Surgical Tech. Position: Surgical Tech. Location: Decorah, IA. Shift: Days. Duration: 13 weeks. Start Date: ASAP. Gross Weekly: $1,916/wk. for 36 hrs. Job ... more

    8 Days Ago

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