PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist - Rehabilitation Honolulu On-Call
Kaiser Permanente · Honolulu, HI
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Honolulu, HI
Pay for speech-language pathologists in the Honolulu area centers on $51.89 per hour, or about $107,920 a year. The lower quarter earns under $47.97 and the upper quarter over $54.27. That ranks 22nd of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 100th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Honolulu.
- $51.89median pay per hour, Urban Honolulu
- $48–$54typical range per hour
- 110employed in the metro area
- 111cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Speech-Language Pathologist roles in Honolulu
1 more open role from employers in Honolulu. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Honolulu, HI
The metro median is in line with the Hawaii statewide median of $52.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 110 speech-language pathologists employed in the Urban Honolulu metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.22).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $44.04 | $91,600 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $47.97 | $99,780 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Median | $51.89 | $107,920 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $54.27 | $112,880 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.74 | $122,180 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Honolulu ranks
- 22nd of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 100th 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.
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- Overall prices in Urban Honolulu run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% above the U.S. average (index 135.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $51.89 median hour buys what $46.76 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 Honolulu paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,868
- Per year: $93,402
- Per month: $7,784
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Urban Honolulu metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Honolulu
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Honolulu
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu, 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kuakini Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Straub Clinic And Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Queens Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kapiolani Medical Center For Women & Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Tripler Amc (Ft Shafter) Honolulu, HI | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
License and tax basics in Hawaii
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Hawaii requires for your role with the Hawaii licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Hawaii 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 Honolulu, HI?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Urban Honolulu metro area have a median pay of $51.89 per hour, about $107,920 a year. The middle half earn between $47.97 and $54.27 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Honolulu a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Urban Honolulu ranks 100th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 22nd of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Honolulu?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu, led by Kaiser Foundation Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Hawaii license to work in Honolulu as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Hawaii requires for your role with the Hawaii 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 Honolulu?
The federal per diem benchmark in Honolulu is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 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 Honolulu?
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- 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
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$60.17/ hr$48–$79
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