School Speech Language Pathologist Salary in Massachusetts

How much does a School Speech Language Pathologist make in Massachusetts?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a School Speech Language Pathologist in Massachusetts is $107,723 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, a School Speech Language Pathologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,456
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,471 to $115,435
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,957
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School Speech Language Pathologist Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
Pay
Hourly
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75th Percentile $115,435 $9,620 $2,220 $55
Average $107,723 $8,977 $2,072 $52
25th Percentile $99,471 $8,289 $1,913 $48
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Key Factors That Influence School Speech Language Pathologist Salaries

A School Speech Language Pathologist'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 School Speech Language Pathologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a School Speech Language Pathologist'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): $105,014
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $107,156
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,558
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,899
  • Expert (over 8 years): $111,466
Levels Salary
Entry Level School Speech Language Pathologist$105,014
Intermediate Level School Speech Language Pathologist$107,156
Senior Level School Speech Language Pathologist$110,558
Specialist Level School Speech Language Pathologist$110,899
Expert Level School Speech Language Pathologist$111,466
$105,014 0 yr
$107,156 < 2 yrs
$110,558 2-4 yrs
$110,899 5-8 yrs
$111,466 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for School Speech Language Pathologists

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:

  • Agawam: $102,108
  • Amherst: $102,854
  • Barre: $103,881

School Speech Language Pathologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For School Speech Language Pathologist 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, School Speech Language Pathologist positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view School Speech Language Pathologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a School Speech Language Pathologist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$129,268$62.020%

School Speech Language Pathologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a School Speech Language Pathologist'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

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  • AMN Healthcare

    Fall River, MA

    AMN Healthcare | Fall River, MA

    Travel Speech-Language Pathologist. Work with PreK-12th grade students, conducting evaluations, attending IEP team meetings, and supervising up to three SL... more

    8 Days Ago

  • AMN Healthcare

    Brockton, MA

    AMN Healthcare | Brockton, MA

    Speech Language Pathologist (SLP). AMN Healthcare is partnering with a well-respected school district in Brockton MA to hire a highly motivated and passion... more

    9 Days Ago

  • ADN Healthcare

    Wilmington, MA

    ADN Healthcare | Wilmington, MA

    Speech Language Pathologist. Our client is currently seeking Speech Language Pathologist for positions in Wilmington, Massachusetts for a 5x8 Days, 09:00-1... more

    11 Days Ago

  • Arlington ISD

    Arlington, MA

    Arlington ISD | Arlington, MA

    Speech And Language Pathologist (.5). To deliver a variety of services in speech and language and complete assessments for the purpose of educational plann... more

    11 Days Ago

  • Life Care Center of Blount County

    Wilbraham, MA

    Life Care Center of Blount County | Wilbraham, MA

    Live The Mission. The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct rehab care in speech therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Legacy LifeCare

    Hathorne, MA

    Legacy LifeCare | Hathorne, MA

    Speech Language Pathologist SLP$45/hour admin, $75 routine therapy, $110 speech assessments PRNLegacy Lifecare VNA and Hospice EastLegacy Lifecare is a non... more

    9 Days Ago

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