Speech Language Pathologist Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Speech Language Pathologist Salary
$68.20/hour
The average salary for a Speech Language Pathologist in Tennessee is $68.20 per hour. This is 17% higher than the US average of $56.58.
Last updated on November 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Speech Language Pathologist salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$68.20/hour
Tennessee
17% higher than the US average.
$56.58/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Speech Language Pathologists?
Only Chattanooga, Tennessee reports pay data for Speech Language Pathologists, averaging $71 per hour. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Speech Language Pathologists is $68 per hour — Chattanooga, Tennessee pays 5% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga, Tennessee | $71 | $71 |
How does the pay for Speech Language Pathologists in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
South Carolina pays Speech Language Pathologists the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Georgia ($55) and Pennsylvania ($51). South Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Speech Language Pathologists is $68 per hour — South Carolina pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | $57 | $58 |
| Georgia | $55 | $56 |
| Pennsylvania | $51 | $52 |
| North Carolina | $49 | $51 |
| Kentucky | $46 | $46 |
| Virginia | $43 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Speech Language Pathologist jobs in Tennessee?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Speech Language Pathologists, averaging $61 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Speech Language Pathologists is $68 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 11% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $61 | $69 |
Last updated on November 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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