As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for speech and language pathology in Colorado is $170,689, equivalent to $82 per hour, $3,282 weekly, or $14,224 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 Colorado vary widely, spanning from $137,574 to $220,408. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($153,355) and 75th percentile ($196,714), while top earners (90th percentile) make $220,408 per year. This $43,359 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, Colorado speech and language pathology often earn 2.0% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 65 companies. However, Colorado currently ranks 13 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 $137,574 CO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $153,355 CO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $170,689 CO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $196,714 CO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $220,408 CO August 01, 2026
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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 Jefferson, CO Avg. Salary $184,899 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Agate, CO Avg. Salary $181,088 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aguilar, CO Avg. Salary $180,170 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Akron, CO Avg. Salary $180,810 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alamosa, CO Avg. Salary $182,346 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Allenspark, CO Avg. Salary $188,951 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alma, CO Avg. Salary $186,668 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Almont, CO Avg. Salary $187,695 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Amherst, CO Avg. Salary $180,230 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Anton, CO Avg. Salary $180,081 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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