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How much does a Speech and Language Pathologist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Speech and Language Pathologist in the United States is $41 as of October 29, 2021, but the range typically falls between $38 and $44. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Speech and Language Pathologist Salaries by Percentile

Percentile	Hourly Pay Rate	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Speech and Language Pathologist Salary	$34	US	October 29, 2021
25th Percentile Speech and Language Pathologist Salary	$38	US	October 29, 2021
50th Percentile Speech and Language Pathologist Salary	$41	US	October 29, 2021
75th Percentile Speech and Language Pathologist Salary	$44	US	October 29, 2021
90th Percentile Speech and Language Pathologist Salary	$48	US	October 29, 2021

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Job Description for Speech and Language Pathologist

Speech and Language Pathologist assesses and treats speech and language disorders and impairments. Conducts evaluations of an individual's speech and language skills using relevant diagnostic materials and tools. Being a Speech and Language Pathologist develops treatment plans that utilize appropriate intervention approaches, strategies, and materials. Establishes treatment priorities that include advising, educating, and counseling. Additionally, Speech and Language Pathologist completes required documentation to record assessment and progress. Collaborates with physicians, family members, and other clinical providers to provide effective therapies. May direct support staff in assisting with treatment. Requires a master's degree in speech pathology or equivalent. Requires ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) and applicable State License to Practice. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Speech and Language Pathologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2021 Salary.com)... View full job description

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What does a Speech and Language Pathologist do?

Speech and Language Pathologist in Aberdeen, WA

Complete audiological screenings as necessary.

February 25, 2021

Recommend, establish, provide and monitor a course of intervention specific to the studentÆs disorder.

March 16, 2021

Prepare/conduct comprehensive speech/language services in areas of comprehension, morphology, fluency, semantics, pragmatics, voice syntax, articulation, etc.

April 04, 2021

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Speech and Language Pathologist Pay Difference by Location

City, State	Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA	Compared to national average + 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC	Compared to national average + 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL	Compared to national average -2.6%
City, State Chicago, IL	Compared to national average + 6.1%
City, State Boston, MA	Compared to national average + 12.7%
City, State New York, NY	Compared to national average + 20.3%
City, State Dallas, TX	Compared to national average -0.7%

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