PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) II, Day Shift, Acute Care Therapy
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$37.17–$55.76/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Washington, DC
Pay for speech-language pathologists in the Washington area centers on $48.87 per hour, or about $101,650 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.96 and the upper quarter over $60.00. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Washington. That ranks 46th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 154th of 328 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Washington.
- $48.87median pay per hour, Washington
- $38–$60typical range per hour
- 2,660employed in the metro area
- 4open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Speech-Language Pathologist roles near Washington
Roles in other cities of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area.
PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Visiting Speech Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP), Per Visit, Home Health - Rockville
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$34.58–$51.87/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) , Inpatient Rehabilitation **Current SLP Clinical Students at AHC Rehab**
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$34.58–$51.87/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) , Outpatient Rehabilitation **Current SLP Clinical Students at AHC Rehab**
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$34.58–$51.87/ hour
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Get my free pay reportSpeech-Language Pathologist pay in Washington, DC
The metro median is 5% below the District of Columbia statewide median of $51.42 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 2,660 speech-language pathologists employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.74).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.54 | $69,760 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.96 | $78,960 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.87 | $101,650 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $60.00 | $124,800 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $68.76 | $143,020 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Washington ranks
- 46th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 154th 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 Washington
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.87 median hour buys what $44.88 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
Estimate your Washington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,759
- Per year: $87,966
- Per month: $7,330
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Washington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $234 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,282 |
| 13-week assignment | $29,666 |
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 Washington
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Washington, 1 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| United Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Dc Va Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| George Washington Univ Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Howard University Hospital Corp Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | No |
| Children's National Hospital Washington, DC | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Psychiatric Institute Of Washington Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Elizabeths Hospital Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria, VA | 7 mi | $48.87/hr | 159,102 |
| Rockville, MD | 14 mi | $48.87/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 35 mi | $47.38/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 87 mi | $49.29/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 95 mi | $41.56/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $48.12/hr | 73,176 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in District of Columbia · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in District of Columbia
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what District of Columbia requires for your role with the District of Columbia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
District of Columbia 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 Washington, DC?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $48.87 per hour, about $101,650 a year. The middle half earn between $37.96 and $60.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Washington a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 154th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 46th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring speech-language pathologists in Washington?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Washington.
Do I need a District of Columbia license to work in Washington as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what District of Columbia requires for your role with the District of Columbia 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 Washington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Washington is $234 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,282 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- Children's National Medical CenterWashington, DC · 2 wage offers$50.26/ hr$42–$58
- AmedisysButler, GA · 3 postings$73.50/ hr$49–$85
- BrightSpring Health ServicesESCONDIDO, CA · 7 postings$62.50/ hr$60–$65
- CommonSpirit HealthOXNARD, CA · 5 postings$61.91/ hr$50–$77
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