Speech Language Pathologist Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Speech Language Pathologist Salary
$45.67/hour
The average salary for a Speech Language Pathologist in Kentucky is $45.67 per hour. This is 24% lower than the US average of $56.58.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Speech Language Pathologist salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$45.67/hour
Kentucky
24% lower than the US average.
$56.58/hour
United States
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Speech Language Pathologists?
Only Louisville, Kentucky reports pay data for Speech Language Pathologists, averaging $42 per hour. Louisville, Kentucky also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Speech Language Pathologists is $46 per hour — Louisville, Kentucky pays 8% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville, Kentucky | $42 | $48 |
How does the pay for Speech Language Pathologists in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Tennessee pays Speech Language Pathologists the most, averaging $68 per hour, followed by South Carolina ($57) and Georgia ($55). Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $71. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Speech Language Pathologists is $46 per hour — Tennessee pays 49% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | $68 | $71 |
| South Carolina | $57 | $58 |
| Georgia | $55 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $49 | $51 |
| Illinois | $49 | $49 |
| Virginia | $43 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Speech Language Pathologist jobs in Kentucky?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Speech Language Pathologists, averaging $39 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Speech Language Pathologists is $46 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 14% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $39 | $46 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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