Speech-Language Pathologists Salary (2025)
Based on 183,390 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $62,900 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $77,730 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $97,870 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $114,570 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $134,160 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$63K
25th
$78K
Median
$98K
75th
$115K
90th
$134K
Highest Paying States for Speech-Language Pathologists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $118,600 |
| Colorado | $116,960 |
| District of Columbia | $112,940 |
| New Jersey | $109,510 |
| New York | $107,700 |
| Washington | $107,610 |
| Oregon | $106,210 |
| Delaware | $105,380 |
| Nevada | $103,870 |
| Rhode Island | $103,850 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Speech-Language Pathologists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $118,600 per year, while Rhode Island has an average of $103,850 — a difference of $14,750. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Speech-Language Pathologists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 183,390 workers were employed as Speech-Language Pathologistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $98,170 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1127