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Speech Language Pathologist Acute Care
Corewell Health · Grand Rapids, MI
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Grand Rapids, MI
Pay for speech-language pathologists in the Grand Rapids area centers on $41.52 per hour, or about $86,360 a year. The lower quarter earns under $34.60 and the upper quarter over $49.10. That ranks 170th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 180th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Grand Rapids.
- $41.52median pay per hour, Grand Rapids
- $35–$49typical range per hour
- 660employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Grand Rapids, MI
The metro median is 5% above the Michigan statewide median of $39.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 660 speech-language pathologists employed in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.00 | $60,320 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.60 | $71,970 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.52 | $86,360 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.10 | $102,130 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.98 | $106,040 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Grand Rapids ranks
- 170th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 180th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 14 Michigan 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 Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.52 median hour buys what $43.46 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Grand Rapids paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,495
- Per year: $74,736
- Per month: $6,228
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Grand Rapids
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,393 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,109 |
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 Grand Rapids
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary's Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MI | 6 mi | $41.52/hr | 78,559 |
| Kentwood, MI | 6 mi | $41.52/hr | 54,768 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 48 mi | $40.47/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 51 mi | $41.36/hr | 52,205 |
| Lansing, MI | 58 mi | $41.26/hr | 114,336 |
| Elkhart, IN | 89 mi | $35.03/hr | 53,690 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Michigan · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Michigan
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Michigan 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area have a median pay of $41.52 per hour, about $86,360 a year. The middle half earn between $34.60 and $49.10 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Rapids a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood ranks 180th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 170th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Grand Rapids?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids, led by Spectrum Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Grand Rapids as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Grand Rapids?
The federal per diem benchmark in Grand Rapids is $119 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,393 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 Grand Rapids?
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Your SLP pay reportGrand Rapids, MI · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- VHS Sinai - Grace Hospital, Inc.Detroit, MI · 1 wage offer$44.71/ hr$45–$45
- e&e IT Consulting Services, Inc.Redford, MI · 1 wage offer$41.93/ hr$36–$48
- Therapy Management, Inc.Detroit, MI · 1 wage offer$41.54/ hr$35–$48
- The Stepping Stones Group LLCDetroit, MI · 1 wage offer$41.24/ hr$41–$41
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$41.39High$48
6 employer-reported wage offers for SLP in federal filings in Michigan, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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Open SLP roles near Grand Rapids, MI, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.
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