As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for speech and language pathology in Louisiana is $159,063, equivalent to $76 per hour, $3,059 weekly, or $13,255 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 Louisiana vary widely, spanning from $128,203 to $205,395. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($142,909) and 75th percentile ($183,315), while top earners (90th percentile) make $205,395 per year. This $40,406 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, Louisiana speech and language pathology often earn 4.9% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 65 companies. However, Louisiana currently ranks 35 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 $128,203 LA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $142,909 LA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $159,063 LA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $183,315 LA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $205,395 LA August 01, 2026
25% $142,909 10% $128,203 90% $205,395 75% $183,315 $159,063 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 Abbeville, LA Avg. Salary $165,672 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abita Springs, LA Avg. Salary $169,183 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Acme, LA Avg. Salary $163,866 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Addis, LA Avg. Salary $174,820 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aimwell, LA Avg. Salary $162,986 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Akers, LA Avg. Salary $171,038 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albany, LA Avg. Salary $170,276 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, LA Avg. Salary $161,268 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ama, LA Avg. Salary $175,186 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Amelia, LA Avg. Salary $167,239 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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