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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Speech and Language Therapist in Illinois is $88,215 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:
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Speech and Language Therapist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $94,460 | $7,872 | $1,817 | $45 |
| Average | $88,215 | $7,351 | $1,696 | $42 |
| 25th Percentile | $81,933 | $6,828 | $1,576 | $39 |
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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.
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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Sales Tra... Level Speech and Language Therapist | $65,835 |
| Speech an... Level Speech and Language Therapist | $87,755 |
| Sales Tra... Level Speech and Language Therapist | $103,448 |
| Sales Tra... Level Speech and Language Therapist | $127,077 |
| Sales Tra... Level Speech and Language Therapist | $123,539 |
What Am I Worth?
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:
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:
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.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $100,565 | $48.0 | 14% |
| Healthcare | $99,682 | $48.0 | 13% |
| Business Services | $98,800 | $48.0 | 12% |
| Financial Services | $97,918 | $47.0 | 11% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $97,036 | $47.0 | 10% |
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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $94,460 | $7,872 | $1,817 | $45 |
| Average | $88,215 | $7,351 | $1,696 | $42 |
| 25th Percentile | $81,933 | $6,828 | $1,576 | $39 |
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