Speech Language Pathologist Salary Guide: Louisiana
Average Speech Language Pathologist Salary
$63.26/hour
The average salary for a Speech Language Pathologist in Louisiana is $63.26 per hour. This is 11% higher 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 Louisiana compared to National Averages
$63.26/hour
Louisiana
11% higher than the US average.
$56.58/hour
United States
How does the pay for Speech Language Pathologists in Louisiana 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 Louisiana average for Therapists is $63 per hour — Mississippi pays 16% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $74 | $74 |
| Tennessee | $68 | $71 |
| Florida | $57 | $58 |
| Missouri | $57 | $60 |
| Georgia | $55 | $56 |
| Texas | $49 | $50 |
| Kentucky | $46 | $46 |
| Arkansas | $43 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Speech Language Pathologist jobs in Louisiana?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Speech Language Pathologists, averaging $58 per hour. For comparison, the Louisiana average for Therapists is $63 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 9% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $58 | $58 |
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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