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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Wilmington, DE
Pay for speech-language pathologists in the Wilmington area centers on $48.12 per hour, or about $100,080 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.85 and the upper quarter over $55.59. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington. That ranks 61st of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 94th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Wilmington and what they pay.
- $48.12median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $38–$56typical range per hour
- 3,570employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 1% below the Delaware statewide median of $48.57 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 3,570 speech-language pathologists employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.21 | $64,920 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.85 | $78,730 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.12 | $100,080 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $55.59 | $115,630 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.23 | $131,520 | 38% above U.S. median |
How Wilmington ranks
- 61st of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 94th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
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 Wilmington
- Overall prices in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.12 median hour buys what $46.92 buys at the national price level, 2% above 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.
Estimate your Wilmington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,732
- Per year: $86,616
- Per month: $7,218
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wilmington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $127 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,407 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,291 |
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).
Hospitals in Wilmington
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Va Medical Center Wilmington, DE | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital Wilmington, DE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware Wilmington, DE | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 27 mi | $48.12/hr | 71,749 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 28 mi | $48.12/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Vineland, NJ | 34 mi | $42.42/hr | 62,070 |
| Lancaster, PA | 46 mi | $49.29/hr | 58,441 |
| Reading, PA | 47 mi | $44.09/hr | 96,000 |
| Trenton, NJ | 53 mi | $43.89/hr | 91,193 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Delaware · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Delaware
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Delaware requires for your role with the Delaware licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Delaware taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in Wilmington, DE?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $48.12 per hour, about $100,080 a year. The middle half earn between $37.85 and $55.59 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wilmington a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 94th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 61st of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring speech-language pathologists in Wilmington?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Wilmington.
Do I need a Delaware license to work in Wilmington as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Delaware requires for your role with the Delaware 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 Wilmington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wilmington is $127 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,407 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your SLP pay reportWilmington, DE · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- The Therapy Spot, LLCWilmington, DE · 1 wage offer$65.00/ hr$65–$65
- Red Clay Consolidated School DistrictWilmington, DE · 1 wage offer$53.52/ hr$54–$54
- HealthPRO Heritage LLCNewark, DE · 1 wage offer$52.00/ hr$52–$52
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$52Median$53.52High$65
3 employer-reported wage offers for SLP in federal filings in Delaware, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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