As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for speech and language pathology in Mississippi is $176,088, equivalent to $85 per hour, $3,386 weekly, or $14,674 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 $143,232 to $227,726. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($158,890) and 75th percentile ($203,117), while top earners (90th percentile) make $227,726 per year. This $44,227 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 $143,232 MS October 01, 2026
25th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $158,890 MS October 01, 2026
50th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $176,088 MS October 01, 2026
75th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $203,117 MS October 01, 2026
90th Percentile speech and language pathology Salary $227,726 MS October 01, 2026
25% $158,890 10% $143,232 90% $227,726 75% $203,117 $176,088 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 $171,420 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Abbeville, MS Avg. Salary $163,140 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, MS Avg. Salary $158,867 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ackerman, MS Avg. Salary $160,277 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Algoma, MS Avg. Salary $161,937 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alligator, MS Avg. Salary $159,792 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Amory, MS Avg. Salary $159,644 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Anguilla, MS Avg. Salary $162,814 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Arcola, MS Avg. Salary $164,528 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Arkabutla, MS Avg. Salary $168,716 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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