Per diemPosted today
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Inpatient/Acute Care - PRN
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$34.21–$51.31/ hour
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Champaign, IL
The median speech-language pathologist pay in the Champaign area is $38.26 per hour ($79,580 a year), with the typical range running from $27.69 to $46.97. That ranks 262nd of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 251st of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Champaign. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Champaign.
- $38.26median pay per hour, Champaign
- $28–$47typical range per hour
- 170employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Champaign, IL
The metro median is 4% below the Illinois statewide median of $39.66 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 170 speech-language pathologists employed in the Champaign-Urbana metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.37).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.65 | $57,510 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.69 | $57,600 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.26 | $79,580 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.97 | $97,700 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.86 | $107,870 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Champaign ranks
- 262nd of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 251st of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 7 Illinois 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 Champaign
- Overall prices in Champaign-Urbana run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.26 median hour buys what $41.27 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,377
- Per year: $68,868
- Per month: $5,739
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Champaign-Urbana metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Champaign
| 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).
Open Speech-Language Pathologist roles in Illinois
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Per diemPosted 3 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist - PRN NICU
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago · New Lenox, IL
$37.00–$60.50/ hour
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Per diemPosted 10 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient/Acute Care - PRN
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$34.21–$51.31/ hour
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Audiologist
Veterans Health Administration · Galesburg, IL
$75k–$116k/ year
PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist - Days
Mercy · Illinois
$36.56–$54.85/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist - Outpatient Pediatric Therapy- Part Time
Mercy · Illinois
$36.56–$54.85/ hour
Hospitals in Champaign
CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pavilion Champaign, IL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, IL | 39 mi | $37.82/hr | 68,763 |
| Bloomington, IL | 44 mi | $39.69/hr | 79,232 |
| Normal, IL | 47 mi | $39.69/hr | 53,304 |
| Terre Haute, IN | 66 mi | $38.89/hr | 58,531 |
| Springfield, IL | 76 mi | $39.68/hr | 112,949 |
| Lafayette, IN | 77 mi | $38.89/hr | 71,757 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Illinois · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Illinois
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in Champaign, IL?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Champaign-Urbana metro area have a median pay of $38.26 per hour, about $79,580 a year. The middle half earn between $27.69 and $46.97 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Champaign a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Champaign-Urbana ranks 251st of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 262nd of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Champaign?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign, led by The Pavilion. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Champaign as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Champaign?
The federal per diem benchmark in Champaign 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.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- MercyIllinois · 4 postings$45.70/ hr$36–$57
- Hospital Sisters Health SystemSpringfield, IL · 4 postings$42.76/ hr$34–$51
- Rehabilitation Institute of ChicagoHomewood, IL · 2 wage offers$32.41/ hr$28–$37
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Low$34Median$45.70High$57
12 SLP postings with published pay in Illinois, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 12 SLP roles
- Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Inpatient/Acute Care - PRNPer diem$34.21–$51.31/ hour
- Speech Language Pathologist - PRN NICUPer diem$37.00–$60.50/ hour
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