Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathologists
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How Much Does a Speech-Language Pathologist Make?
The national median salary for a Speech-Language Pathologist is $91,510 per year ($44.00/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).
That's 40% above the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.
How to Become a Speech-Language Pathologist
ASHA CCC-SLP + state license
Speech-Language Pathologist Job Outlook
Faster than avg — the BLS projects 7% growth from 2024 to 2034.
That's faster than the average across all occupations (4%).
About 14,500 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.
School-based demand; aging population
What It's Like to Work as a Speech-Language Pathologist
This is primarily desk-based or low-physical-effort work.
Some employers offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
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