PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist/ SLP
BrightSpring Health Services · Sarasota, FL
$45.00–$55.00/ hour
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Sarasota, FL
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Sarasota area earn a median of $45.98 per hour, about $95,630 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $35.36 and $49.63. That ranks 102nd of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 152nd of 328 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Sarasota. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Sarasota.
- $45.98median pay per hour, North Port
- $35–$50typical range per hour
- 330employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 2% below the Florida statewide median of $46.71 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 330 speech-language pathologists employed in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.04 | $64,560 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $35.36 | $73,550 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.98 | $95,630 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.63 | $103,230 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.67 | $115,790 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Sarasota ranks
- 102nd of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 152nd of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th 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.
What your pay buys in Sarasota
- Overall prices in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota run 2% above the U.S. average (index 102.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% above the U.S. average (index 128.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.98 median hour buys what $44.89 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 Sarasota paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,655
- Per year: $82,764
- Per month: $6,897
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sarasota
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,680 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,840 |
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 Sarasota
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sarasota, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Memorial Hospital Sarasota, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital Sarasota, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradenton, FL | 11 mi | $45.98/hr | 58,184 |
| North Port, FL | 29 mi | $45.98/hr | 92,875 |
| St. Petersburg, FL | 30 mi | $46.85/hr | 267,102 |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 37 mi | $46.85/hr | 53,503 |
| Largo, FL | 42 mi | $46.85/hr | 82,337 |
| Tampa, FL | 44 mi | $46.85/hr | 414,547 |
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 Sarasota, FL?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area have a median pay of $45.98 per hour, about $95,630 a year. The middle half earn between $35.36 and $49.63 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sarasota a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota ranks 152nd of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 102nd of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring speech-language pathologists in Sarasota?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Sarasota. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Sarasota.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Sarasota 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 Sarasota?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sarasota is $154 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,680 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place speech-language pathologists in Sarasota?
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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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