Careers · Speech-Language Pathologists · Washington
Speech-Language Pathologists in Washington
Speech-language pathologists assess and treat people with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. They work in hospitals, schools, clinics, and private practice, using therapeutic techniques and sometimes alternative communication systems In Washington the median pay is $105,550 a year, 8% above the national median of $97,870.
$105,550median pay in Washington, per year
$96,100–$124,010middle half earn
3,570employed in Washington
$97,870U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Washington
307open roles like this on employer career sites, 12 in Washington or remote
14employers hiring
121posted in the last 7 days
CA · IL · NYwhere most openings are
What it takes
Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold a master’s degree.
Skills that matter most
Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingSocial PerceptivenessWritingSpeakingLearning StrategiesActive Learning
Knowledge areas
English LanguageEducation and TrainingCustomer and Personal ServicePsychologyTherapy and CounselingAdministrative
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Speech-Language Pathologists.
Licenses and training in Washington
Speech-Language Pathologists pay in other states
California · $118,970Colorado · $110,750District of Columbia · $109,380Nevada · $104,510Rhode Island · $104,000Delaware · $102,760Alaska · $102,670Oregon · $102,660New Jersey · $101,560Massachusetts · $101,310
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O*NET-SOC 29-1127.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Washington, annual.