As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for speech and language pathology in Mississippi is $149,192, equivalent to $72 per hour, $2,869 weekly, or $12,433 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 Mississippi vary widely, spanning from $120,247 to $192,649. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($134,041) and 75th percentile ($171,939), while top earners (90th percentile) make $192,649 per year. This $37,898 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, Mississippi speech and language pathology often earn 10.8% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 65 companies. However, Mississippi currently ranks 51 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 $120,247 MS August 01, 2026
25th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $134,041 MS August 01, 2026
50th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $149,192 MS August 01, 2026
75th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $171,939 MS August 01, 2026
90th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $192,649 MS August 01, 2026
25% $134,041 10% $120,247 90% $192,649 75% $171,939 $149,192 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 Olive Branch, MS Avg. Salary $170,517 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abbeville, MS Avg. Salary $162,281 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, MS Avg. Salary $158,030 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ackerman, MS Avg. Salary $159,433 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Algoma, MS Avg. Salary $161,084 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alligator, MS Avg. Salary $158,951 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Amory, MS Avg. Salary $158,803 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Anguilla, MS Avg. Salary $161,957 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arcola, MS Avg. Salary $163,662 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arkabutla, MS Avg. Salary $167,828 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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