Speech-Language Pathologists Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $47.05
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $30.24 |
| 25th | $37.37 |
| Median | $47.05 |
| 75th | $55.08 |
| 90th | $64.50 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $47.05; the mean hourly wage is $47.20.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for speech-language pathologists?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $30.24 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for speech-language pathologists?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $64.50 per hour.