Speech Language Pathologist Salary Guide: Pennsylvania
Average Speech Language Pathologist Salary
$50.56/hour
The average salary for a Speech Language Pathologist in Pennsylvania is $50.56 per hour. This is 12% lower than the US average of $56.58.
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Speech Language Pathologist salaries in Pennsylvania compared to National Averages
$50.56/hour
Pennsylvania
12% lower than the US average.
$56.58/hour
United States
What cities in Pennsylvania pay the most for Speech Language Pathologists?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania pays Speech Language Pathologists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Lancaster, Pennsylvania ($54). Lancaster, Pennsylvania has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Pennsylvania average for Speech Language Pathologists is $51 per hour — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania pays 10% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | $56 | $58 |
| Lancaster, Pennsylvania | $54 | $63 |
How does the pay for Speech Language Pathologists in Pennsylvania compare to nearby states?
Delaware pays Speech Language Pathologists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Massachusetts ($54) and Maryland ($45). For comparison, the Pennsylvania average for Speech Language Pathologists is $51 per hour — Delaware pays 10% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $56 | $56 |
| Massachusetts | $54 | $55 |
| Maryland | $45 | $45 |
| Virginia | $43 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Speech Language Pathologist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Speech Language Pathologists, averaging $50 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $55. For comparison, the Pennsylvania average for Speech Language Pathologists is $51 per hour, roughly in line with Perm Staff Jobs.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $50 | $55 |
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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