What are the main factors that influence a Pediatric Speech Therapist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Pediatric Speech Therapist?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Pediatric Speech Therapist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Pediatric Speech Therapist's salary?

A Pediatric Speech Therapist's salary grows with experience: starting around $94,601 for beginners, reaching about $99,595 at mid-level, and approach $100,413 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pediatric Speech Therapist?

Pediatric Speech Therapist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pediatric Speech Therapist roles are District of Columbia $106,097, California $105,694, Massachusetts $104,285. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pediatric Speech Therapist roles make?

Salaries for Pediatric Speech Therapist level roles vary by specialization: Pediatric Occupational Therapist: $120,351; Pediatric Therapist: $120,027; Speech Therapist: $97,293; SLP Speech Therapist: $97,280; Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist: $96,439.

Pediatric Speech Therapist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pediatric Speech Therapist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pediatric Speech Therapist in Delaware is $97,041 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, a Pediatric Speech Therapist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,313
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,607 to $103,988
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,838

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Pediatric Speech Therapist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,988	$8,666	$2,000	$50
Average	$97,041	$8,087	$1,866	$47
25th Percentile	$89,607	$7,467	$1,723	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Pediatric Speech Therapist Salaries

A Pediatric Speech Therapist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Pediatric Speech Therapist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pediatric Speech Therapist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $94,601
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,530
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,595
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,902
Expert (over 8 years): $100,413

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pediatric Speech Therapist	$94,601
Intermediate Level Pediatric Speech Therapist	$96,530
Senior Level Pediatric Speech Therapist	$99,595
Specialist Level Pediatric Speech Therapist	$99,902
Expert Level Pediatric Speech Therapist	$100,413

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How Do Pediatric Speech Therapist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pediatric Speech Therapists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $106,097.
California: $105,694.
Massachusetts: $104,285.

District of Columbia $106,097 California $105,694 Massachusetts $104,285 Washington $103,902 New Jersey $103,864 Alaska $103,730 Connecticut $102,407 New York $101,871

Hawaii $100,155 Rhode Island $99,351 Maryland $98,804 Minnesota $98,057 Colorado $97,769 Illinois $97,674 Oregon $97,309 Delaware $97,041

New Hampshire $96,873 Virginia $96,495 Pennsylvania $95,393 Nevada $94,837 North Dakota $94,655 Michigan $94,368 Wisconsin $94,262 Vermont $94,051

Texas $93,467 Maine $93,429 Arizona $93,371 Ohio $93,304 Georgia $92,422 Indiana $91,982 Wyoming $91,895 Utah $91,761

Iowa $91,704 Kansas $91,244 Louisiana $91,110 North Carolina $91,062 Missouri $91,043 Florida $90,669 Montana $90,468 Nebraska $90,276

Kentucky $90,171 South Carolina $89,787 Tennessee $89,548 Idaho $89,452 New Mexico $88,752 Oklahoma $88,599 Alabama $88,034 South Dakota $87,085

Arkansas $86,568 West Virginia $86,290 Mississippi $85,456

Top Paying Cities for Pediatric Speech Therapists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $96,604
Little Creek: $97,311
Magnolia: $97,171

Lincoln, DE $96,604 Little Creek, DE $97,311 Magnolia, DE $97,171 Milford, DE $96,850 Marydel, DE $97,009 Millsboro, DE $96,199 Millville, DE $96,347 Milton, DE $96,514

Nassau, DE $96,584 Ocean View, DE $96,331 Rehoboth Beach, DE $96,516 Seaford, DE $96,571 Selbyville, DE $96,171 Smyrna, DE $97,378 Viola, DE $96,930 Woodside, DE $97,191

Bear, DE $96,966 Newark, DE $96,930 Claymont, DE $97,128 Delaware City, DE $97,027 Hockessin, DE $96,921 Kirkwood, DE $97,009 Middletown, DE $97,046 Montchanin, DE $96,943

New Castle, DE $96,958 Odessa, DE $97,094 Port Penn, DE $97,159 Rockland, DE $96,953 Saint Georges, DE $97,015 Townsend, DE $97,165 Winterthur, DE $96,965 Lewes, DE $96,552

Wilmington, DE $96,926 Dover, DE $97,311 Dover Afb, DE $96,799 Bethany Beach, DE $96,230 Bethel, DE $96,329 Bridgeville, DE $96,556 Camden Wyoming, DE $97,037 Cheswold, DE $97,280

Clayton, DE $97,283 Dagsboro, DE $96,162 Delmar, DE $96,008 Ellendale, DE $96,299 Felton, DE $96,842 Fenwick Island, DE $96,184 Frankford, DE $96,016 Frederica, DE $96,938

Georgetown, DE $96,126 Greenwood, DE $96,572 Harbeson, DE $96,229 Harrington, DE $96,719 Hartly, DE $97,020 Houston, DE $96,581 Kenton, DE $97,287 Laurel, DE $96,069

Yorklyn, DE $96,950

Pediatric Speech Therapist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pediatric Speech Therapist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Pediatric Speech Therapist positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Pediatric Speech Therapist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Pediatric Speech Therapist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$116,449	$56.0	20%

Pediatric Speech Therapist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pediatric Speech Therapist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$89,607

Average $97,041/year

$103,988

$7,467

Average $8,087/month

$8,666

$1,723

Average $1,866/week

$2,000

$43

Average $47/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,988	$8,666	$2,000	$50
Average	$97,041	$8,087	$1,866	$47
25th Percentile	$89,607	$7,467	$1,723	$43

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