What are the main factors that influence a Speech and Language 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 Speech and Language Therapist?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Speech and Language Therapist roles, with salaries approximately 14% above the market median.

How does experience change A Speech and Language Therapist's salary?

A Speech and Language Therapist's salary grows with experience: a Sales Trainer I (0-2 years)earns $65,409, a Speech and Language Therapist (2-4 years)earns $87,187, a Sales Trainer III (4-7 years)earns $102,779, a Sales Trainer IV (7+ years)earns $126,254, a Sales Training Manager (7+ years)earns $122,739,

What are the highest paying states for a Speech and Language Therapist?

Speech and Language Therapist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Speech and Language Therapist roles are District of Columbia $95,822, California $95,458, Massachusetts $94,186. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Speech and Language Therapist roles make?

Salaries for Speech and Language Therapist level roles vary by specialization: speech and language pathology: $167,293; Speech and Language Therapy Director: $161,953; Speech and Language Pathologist - Home Care: $99,130; SLP Speech Therapist - Home Care: $99,130; Speech Therapist: $97,293.

Speech and Language Therapist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Speech and Language Therapist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Speech and Language Therapist in Delaware is $87,643 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,497
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,403 to $93,848
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,721

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Speech and Language Therapist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,848	$7,821	$1,805	$45
Average	$87,643	$7,304	$1,685	$42
25th Percentile	$81,403	$6,784	$1,565	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Speech and Language Therapist Salaries

A Speech and Language 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 Speech and Language Therapist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Speech and Language 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): $65,409
Early Career (1-2 years): $87,187
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $102,779
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,254
Expert (over 8 years): $122,739

Levels	Salary
Sales Tra... Level Speech and Language Therapist	$65,409
Speech an... Level Speech and Language Therapist	$87,187
Sales Tra... Level Speech and Language Therapist	$102,779
Sales Tra... Level Speech and Language Therapist	$126,254
Sales Tra... Level Speech and Language Therapist	$122,739

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How Do Speech and Language 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 Speech and Language Therapists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,822.
California: $95,458.
Massachusetts: $94,186.

District of Columbia $95,822 California $95,458 Massachusetts $94,186 Washington $93,840 New Jersey $93,805 Alaska $93,684 Connecticut $92,490 New York $92,005

Hawaii $90,456 Rhode Island $89,729 Maryland $89,236 Minnesota $88,561 Colorado $88,301 Illinois $88,215 Oregon $87,886 Delaware $87,643

New Hampshire $87,491 Virginia $87,150 Pennsylvania $86,155 Nevada $85,653 North Dakota $85,488 Michigan $85,229 Wisconsin $85,134 Vermont $84,943

Texas $84,415 Maine $84,381 Arizona $84,329 Ohio $84,268 Georgia $83,472 Indiana $83,074 Wyoming $82,996 Utah $82,875

Iowa $82,823 Kansas $82,407 Louisiana $82,286 North Carolina $82,243 Missouri $82,226 Florida $81,888 Montana $81,706 Nebraska $81,533

Kentucky $81,438 South Carolina $81,092 Tennessee $80,876 Idaho $80,789 New Mexico $80,157 Oklahoma $80,019 Alabama $79,508 South Dakota $78,651

Arkansas $78,184 West Virginia $77,933 Mississippi $77,180

Top Paying Cities for Speech and Language 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: $87,249
Little Creek: $87,887
Magnolia: $87,761

Lincoln, DE $87,249 Little Creek, DE $87,887 Magnolia, DE $87,761 Milford, DE $87,470 Marydel, DE $87,614 Millsboro, DE $86,883 Millville, DE $87,017 Milton, DE $87,167

Nassau, DE $87,230 Ocean View, DE $87,002 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,169 Seaford, DE $87,218 Selbyville, DE $86,857 Smyrna, DE $87,948 Viola, DE $87,543 Woodside, DE $87,778

Bear, DE $87,576 Newark, DE $87,543 Claymont, DE $87,722 Delaware City, DE $87,630 Hockessin, DE $87,535 Kirkwood, DE $87,614 Middletown, DE $87,648 Montchanin, DE $87,555

New Castle, DE $87,568 Odessa, DE $87,691 Port Penn, DE $87,750 Rockland, DE $87,564 Saint Georges, DE $87,620 Townsend, DE $87,755 Winterthur, DE $87,574 Lewes, DE $87,201

Wilmington, DE $87,539 Dover, DE $87,887 Dover Afb, DE $87,424 Bethany Beach, DE $86,910 Bethel, DE $87,000 Bridgeville, DE $87,205 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,640 Cheswold, DE $87,859

Clayton, DE $87,861 Dagsboro, DE $86,850 Delmar, DE $86,710 Ellendale, DE $86,973 Felton, DE $87,463 Fenwick Island, DE $86,869 Frankford, DE $86,717 Frederica, DE $87,550

Georgetown, DE $86,817 Greenwood, DE $87,219 Harbeson, DE $86,909 Harrington, DE $87,353 Hartly, DE $87,624 Houston, DE $87,228 Kenton, DE $87,866 Laurel, DE $86,765

Yorklyn, DE $87,561

Speech and Language Therapist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Speech and Language Therapist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 14% above the average. In contrast, Speech and Language Therapist positions in Transportation or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Speech and Language Therapist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Speech and Language Therapist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$99,913	$48.0	14%
Healthcare	$99,037	$48.0	13%
Business Services	$98,161	$47.0	12%
Financial Services	$97,284	$47.0	11%
Aerospace & Defense	$96,408	$46.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Speech and Language 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

$81,403

Average $87,643/year

$93,848

$6,784

Average $7,304/month

$7,821

$1,565

Average $1,685/week

$1,805

$39

Average $42/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,848	$7,821	$1,805	$45
Average	$87,643	$7,304	$1,685	$42
25th Percentile	$81,403	$6,784	$1,565	$39

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