Average Speech Language Pathologist Salary

$48.08/hour

The average salary for a Speech Language Pathologist in Pennsylvania is $48.08 per hour. This is 11% lower than the US average of $53.39.

Last updated on July 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Speech Language Pathologist salaries in Pennsylvania compared to National Averages

$48.08/hour

Pennsylvania

11% lower than the US average.

$53.39/hour

United States

How does the pay for Speech Language Pathologists in Pennsylvania compare to nearby states?

Massachusetts pays Speech Language Pathologists the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Maryland ($37). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $55. For comparison, the Pennsylvania average for Speech Language Pathologists is $48 per hour, roughly in line with Massachusetts.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Massachusetts$48$55
Maryland$37$44

Last updated on July 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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