AZ · Flagstaff · Updated October 15, 2026

Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Flagstaff, AZ

The median speech-language pathologist pay in the Flagstaff area is $42.28 per hour ($87,930 a year), with the typical range running from $36.47 to $51.71. That ranks 157th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 226th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Flagstaff. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Flagstaff.

Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Flagstaff, AZ

The metro median is 8% below the Arizona statewide median of $46.15 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 50 speech-language pathologists employed in the Flagstaff metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.70).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$35.28$73,38023% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$36.47$75,86020% below U.S. median
Median$42.28$87,9308% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$51.71$107,56013% above U.S. median
Top 10%$55.29$115,00021% above U.S. median

How Flagstaff ranks

  • 157th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 226th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
  • 3rd of 6 Arizona metro areas

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Speech-Language Pathologists (SOC 29-1127), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

What your pay buys in Flagstaff

  • Overall prices in Flagstaff run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 9% above the U.S. average (index 109.0).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $42.28 median hour buys what $42.14 buys at the national price level, 8% below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,522
  • Per year: $76,104
  • Per month: $6,342

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Flagstaff metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Flagstaff

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$133
Meals and incidentals per day$80
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,491
13-week assignment$19,383

Travel speech-language pathologist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.

Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).

Open Speech-Language Pathologist roles in Arizona

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Hospitals in Flagstaff

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Flagstaff, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Flagstaff Medical Center
Flagstaff, AZ
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
The Guidance Center
Flagstaff, AZ
PsychiatricNonprofitNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Speech-Language Pathologist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Prescott Valley, AZ57 mi$45.21/hr51,440
Peoria, AZ104 mi$48.08/hr199,924
Scottsdale, AZ105 mi$48.08/hr246,170
Phoenix, AZ115 mi$48.08/hr1,673,164
Surprise, AZ115 mi$48.08/hr167,564
Glendale, AZ119 mi$48.08/hr258,143

Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Arizona · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Arizona

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

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Other healthcare roles in Flagstaff

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Common questions

How much do speech-language pathologists make in Flagstaff, AZ?

Speech-Language Pathologists in the Flagstaff metro area have a median pay of $42.28 per hour, about $87,930 a year. The middle half earn between $36.47 and $51.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Flagstaff a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?

Flagstaff ranks 226th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 157th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.

Where do speech-language pathologists work in Flagstaff?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Flagstaff, led by Flagstaff Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Arizona license to work in Flagstaff as a speech-language pathologist?

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Flagstaff?

The federal per diem benchmark in Flagstaff is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • BrightSpring Health ServicesPEORIA, AZ · 2 postings$51.50/ hr$43–$58
  • School District No. 15 Of Mohave CountyBullhead City, AZ · 1 wage offer$35.87/ hr$36–$36
  • Sunnyside Unified School District No. 12Tucson, AZ · 1 wage offer$35.02/ hr$35–$35

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Low$43Median$56.50High$67

3 SLP postings with published pay in Arizona, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 3 SLP roles

  1. Speech Language PathologistPermanent
    $55.00–$58.00/ hour
    BrightSpring Health Services · Peoria, AZ · posted 8 days ago
  2. Speech Language Pathologist - PRNPer diem
    $56.00–$67.00/ hour
    Amedisys · Phoenix, AZ · posted 24 days ago

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