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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Per Diem
Select Medical · Orlando, FL
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Orlando, FL
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Orlando area earn a median of $41.80 per hour, about $86,940 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.64 and $48.61. That ranks 165th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 252nd of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Orlando. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Orlando.
- $41.80median pay per hour, Orlando
- $32–$49typical range per hour
- 980employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Orlando, FL
The metro median is 11% below the Florida statewide median of $46.71 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 980 speech-language pathologists employed in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.61).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.03 | $56,220 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.64 | $65,810 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.80 | $86,940 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.61 | $101,110 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.68 | $107,490 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Orlando ranks
- 165th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 252nd of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 17th of 19 Florida 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.
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- Overall prices in Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.80 median hour buys what $41.22 buys at the national price level, 10% 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 Orlando paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,505
- Per year: $75,240
- Per month: $6,270
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Orlando
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $147 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,589 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,657 |
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 Florida
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Per diemPosted today
SLP Speech Pathologist Home Health
Amedisys · Pensacola, FL
$73.00–$82.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Audiologist
Veterans Health Administration · Viera, FL
$75k–$117k/ year
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Per diemPosted 7 days ago
SLP Speech Pathologist Home Health
Amedisys · Port Orange, FL
$67.00–$85.00/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist/ SLP
BrightSpring Health Services · Sarasota, FL
$45.00–$55.00/ hour
Hospitals in Orlando
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Orlando, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Va Medical Center Orlando, FL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Orlando Health Orlando, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Orlando Orlando, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ucf Lake Nona Hospital Orlando, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nemours Childrens Hospital, Florida Orlando, FL | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Aspire Health Partners Orlando, FL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Central Florida Behavioral Hospital Orlando, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| University Behavioral Center Orlando, FL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud, FL | 12 mi | $41.80/hr | 71,036 |
| Kissimmee, FL | 12 mi | $41.80/hr | 84,756 |
| Deltona, FL | 34 mi | $45.54/hr | 100,513 |
| Winter Haven, FL | 38 mi | $47.43/hr | 59,975 |
| Melbourne, FL | 42 mi | $27.81/hr | 87,561 |
| Palm Bay, FL | 48 mi | $27.81/hr | 142,023 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Florida · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Florida
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in Orlando, FL?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area have a median pay of $41.80 per hour, about $86,940 a year. The middle half earn between $31.64 and $48.61 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Orlando a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford ranks 252nd of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 165th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Orlando?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Orlando, led by Orlando Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Orlando as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Orlando?
The federal per diem benchmark in Orlando is $147 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,589 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
- AmedisysPensacola, FL · 2 postings$76.75/ hr$67–$85
- Ms. Courtneys Therapy Services LLCWeston, FL · 1 wage offer$50.00/ hr$50–$50
- Pristine Rehab Care, LLCLehigh Acres, FL · 2 wage offers$44.38/ hr$42–$47
- The Stepping Stones Group LLCSt. Augustine, FL · 1 wage offer$40.00/ hr$40–$40
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$63.00High$84
4 SLP postings with published pay in Florida, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 SLP roles
- SLP Speech Pathologist Home HealthPer diem$73.00–$82.00/ hour
- AudiologistPermanent$75k–$117k/ year
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