What are the main factors that influence a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Speech Language Pathologist Assistant?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Speech Language Pathologist Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Speech Language Pathologist Assistant's salary?

A Speech Language Pathologist Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $98,305 for beginners, reaching about $103,495 at mid-level, and approach $104,344 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant?

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Speech Language Pathologist Assistant roles are District of Columbia $105,232, California $104,833, Massachusetts $103,436. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Speech Language Pathologist Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Speech Language Pathologist Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Speech and Language Pathologist - Home Care: $99,130; CF Speech Language Pathologist: $99,081; School Speech Language Pathologist: $98,983; Virtual Speech and Language Pathologist: $98,093; Teletherapy Speech Language Pathologist: $97,438.

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant in Rhode Island is $98,541 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,859
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,049 to $105,512
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,318

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Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,512	$8,793	$2,029	$51
Average	$98,541	$8,212	$1,895	$47
25th Percentile	$90,049	$7,504	$1,732	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Salaries

A Speech Language Pathologist Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $98,305
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,310
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,495
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $103,814
Expert (over 8 years): $104,344

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Speech Language Pathologist Assistant	$98,305
Intermediate Level Speech Language Pathologist Assistant	$100,310
Senior Level Speech Language Pathologist Assistant	$103,495
Specialist Level Speech Language Pathologist Assistant	$103,814
Expert Level Speech Language Pathologist Assistant	$104,344

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How Do Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Speech Language Pathologist Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $105,232.
California: $104,833.
Massachusetts: $103,436.

District of Columbia $105,232 California $104,833 Massachusetts $103,436 Washington $103,056 New Jersey $103,018 Alaska $102,884 Connecticut $101,573 New York $101,041

Hawaii $99,339 Rhode Island $98,541 Maryland $97,999 Minnesota $97,258 Colorado $96,973 Illinois $96,878 Oregon $96,517 Delaware $96,250

New Hampshire $96,083 Virginia $95,709 Pennsylvania $94,616 Nevada $94,064 North Dakota $93,884 Michigan $93,599 Wisconsin $93,494 Vermont $93,285

Texas $92,705 Maine $92,667 Arizona $92,610 Ohio $92,544 Georgia $91,669 Indiana $91,232 Wyoming $91,147 Utah $91,014

Iowa $90,957 Kansas $90,500 Louisiana $90,367 North Carolina $90,320 Missouri $90,301 Florida $89,930 Montana $89,730 Nebraska $89,540

Kentucky $89,436 South Carolina $89,056 Tennessee $88,818 Idaho $88,723 New Mexico $88,029 Oklahoma $87,877 Alabama $87,316 South Dakota $86,375

Arkansas $85,862 West Virginia $85,587 Mississippi $84,760

Top Paying Cities for Speech Language Pathologist Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $99,773
Albion: $98,930
Ashaway: $99,584

Adamsville, RI $99,773 Albion, RI $98,930 Ashaway, RI $99,584 Barrington, RI $98,669 Block Island, RI $99,219 Bradford, RI $99,524 Bristol, RI $99,049 Carolina, RI $99,359

Charlestown, RI $99,395 Chepachet, RI $99,198 Clayville, RI $98,921 Coventry, RI $98,926 West Greenwich, RI $99,199 East Greenwich, RI $98,859 Exeter, RI $99,171 Fiskeville, RI $98,667

Forestdale, RI $99,428 Foster, RI $99,145 Glendale, RI $99,435 Greene, RI $99,276 Greenville, RI $98,705 Harmony, RI $98,833 Harrisville, RI $99,393 Hope, RI $98,729

Hope Valley, RI $99,496 Hopkinton, RI $99,627 Jamestown, RI $99,295 Kenyon, RI $99,347 Little Compton, RI $99,758 Manville, RI $99,060 Mapleville, RI $99,217 Newport, RI $99,394

Middletown, RI $99,438 North Kingstown, RI $99,030 North Scituate, RI $98,834 Oakland, RI $99,324 Pascoag, RI $99,458 Pawtucket, RI $98,522 Central Falls, RI $98,566 Cumberland, RI $99,126

Lincoln, RI $98,665 Portsmouth, RI $99,384 Prudence Island, RI $99,180 Rockville, RI $99,612 Saunderstown, RI $99,235 Shannock, RI $99,353 Slatersville, RI $99,429 Slocum, RI $99,232

Tiverton, RI $99,686 Wakefield, RI $99,319 Kingston, RI $99,281 Narragansett, RI $99,347 Peace Dale, RI $99,307 Warren, RI $98,924 Warwick, RI $98,648 Westerly, RI $99,607

West Kingston, RI $99,313 West Warwick, RI $98,769 Wood River Junction, RI $99,454 Woonsocket, RI $99,433 North Smithfield, RI $99,207 Wyoming, RI $99,353 Providence, RI $98,493 Cranston, RI $98,507

North Providence, RI $98,518 East Providence, RI $98,500 Riverside, RI $98,531 Rumford, RI $98,517 Smithfield, RI $98,717 Johnston, RI $98,551

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Speech Language Pathologist Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Speech Language Pathologist Assistant positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Speech Language Pathologist Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$118,249	$57.0	20%

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$90,049

Average $98,541/year

$105,512

$7,504

Average $8,212/month

$8,793

$1,732

Average $1,895/week

$2,029

$43

Average $47/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,512	$8,793	$2,029	$51
Average	$98,541	$8,212	$1,895	$47
25th Percentile	$90,049	$7,504	$1,732	$43

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