As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for speech and language pathology in Alabama is $181,400, equivalent to $87 per hour, $3,488 weekly, or $15,117 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for speech and language pathology in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for speech and language pathology in Alabama vary widely, spanning from $147,552 to $234,595. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($163,683) and 75th percentile ($209,244), while top earners (90th percentile) make $234,595 per year. This $45,561 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alabama speech and language pathology often earn 8.1% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 65 companies. However, Alabama currently ranks 47 nationwide for speech and language pathology job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
speech and language pathology Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $147,552 AL October 01, 2026
25th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $163,683 AL October 01, 2026
50th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $181,400 AL October 01, 2026
75th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $209,244 AL October 01, 2026
90th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $234,595 AL October 01, 2026
25% $163,683 10% $147,552 90% $234,595 75% $209,244 $181,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Speech and language pathologists (SLPs) assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in individuals of all ages. They develop personalized treatment plans, implement therapeutic techniques, and monitor progress to enhance patients' communication abilities. SLPs work in various settings, including schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and private practices. The salary for speech and language pathologists varies based on factors such as experience, education, geographic location, and work setting. As of recent data, the median annual salary for SLPs in the United St...

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Location Georgiana, AL Avg. Salary $162,592 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Tanner, AL Avg. Salary $173,687 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Abbeville, AL Avg. Salary $160,590 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Abernant, AL Avg. Salary $168,822 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Adamsville, AL Avg. Salary $171,230 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Addison, AL Avg. Salary $165,107 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Adger, AL Avg. Salary $169,349 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Akron, AL Avg. Salary $168,015 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alabaster, AL Avg. Salary $169,934 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alberta, AL Avg. Salary $162,539 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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