Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Speech Language Pathologist
CommonSpirit Health · Lexington, KY
$36.42–$54.17/ hour
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Lexington, KY
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Lexington area earn a median of $40.76 per hour, about $84,780 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $34.12 and $48.53. That ranks 188th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 169th of 328 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Lexington. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lexington.
- $40.76median pay per hour, Lexington
- $34–$49typical range per hour
- 330employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 2% above the Kentucky statewide median of $39.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 330 speech-language pathologists employed in the Lexington-Fayette metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.36 | $65,230 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.12 | $70,970 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.76 | $84,780 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.53 | $100,940 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.98 | $108,120 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Lexington ranks
- 188th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 169th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Kentucky 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 Lexington
- Overall prices in Lexington-Fayette run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 77.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.76 median hour buys what $43.88 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Lexington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,467
- Per year: $73,368
- Per month: $6,114
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lexington-Fayette metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lexington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $118 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,386 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,018 |
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 Lexington
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Lexington, 2 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Lexington Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kentucky Hospital Lexington, KY | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lexington Va Medical Center Lexington, KY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph Hospital Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph East Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Eastern State Hospital Lexington, KY | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| The Ridge Behavioral Health System Lexington, KY | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville, KY | 65 mi | $47.17/hr | 640,796 |
| Jeffersonville, IN | 70 mi | $47.17/hr | 52,912 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 76 mi | $44.59/hr | 314,915 |
| Hamilton, OH | 94 mi | $44.59/hr | 63,953 |
| Middletown, OH | 101 mi | $44.59/hr | 52,291 |
| Columbus, IN | 113 mi | $40.55/hr | 51,970 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Kentucky · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kentucky
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kentucky 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 Lexington, KY?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Lexington-Fayette metro area have a median pay of $40.76 per hour, about $84,780 a year. The middle half earn between $34.12 and $48.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lexington a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Lexington-Fayette ranks 169th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 188th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring speech-language pathologists in Lexington?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Lexington. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lexington.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Lexington as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky 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 Lexington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lexington is $118 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,386 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 Lexington?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthFlorence, KY · 2 postings$46.49/ hr$36–$57
- 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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Low$36Median$49.00High$62
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- Speech Language PathologistPer diem$38.34–$57.03/ hour
- Speech Language PathologistPer diem$36.42–$54.17/ hour
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