Speech Language Pathologist Salary Guide: Georgia
Average Speech Language Pathologist Salary
$55.08/hour
The average salary for a Speech Language Pathologist in Georgia is $55.08 per hour. This is 3% lower than the US average of $56.58.
Last updated on November 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Speech Language Pathologist salaries in Georgia compared to National Averages
$55.08/hour
Georgia
3% lower than the US average.
$56.58/hour
United States
What cities in Georgia pay the most for Speech Language Pathologists?
Savannah, Georgia pays Speech Language Pathologists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Columbus, Georgia ($46). Savannah, Georgia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Georgia average for Speech Language Pathologists is $55 per hour, roughly in line with Savannah, Georgia.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah, Georgia | $55 | $56 |
| Columbus, Georgia | $46 | $50 |
How does the pay for Speech Language Pathologists in Georgia compare to nearby states?
Mississippi pays Speech Language Pathologists the most, averaging $74 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($68) and Florida ($57). For comparison, the Georgia average for Speech Language Pathologists is $55 per hour — Mississippi pays 33% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $74 | $74 |
| Tennessee | $68 | $71 |
| Florida | $57 | $58 |
| South Carolina | $57 | $58 |
| North Carolina | $49 | $51 |
| Kentucky | $46 | $46 |
| Virginia | $43 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Speech Language Pathologist jobs in Georgia?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Speech Language Pathologists the most, averaging $54 per hour, followed by Med Hires ($47). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Georgia average for Speech Language Pathologists is $55 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $54 | $56 |
| Med Hires | $47 | $47 |
Last updated on November 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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