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Speech Language Pathologist / SLP - Home Health
BrightSpring Health Services · Gulfport, MS
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Gulfport, MS
The median speech-language pathologist pay in the Gulfport area is $36.33 per hour ($75,570 a year), with the typical range running from $31.24 to $48.80. That ranks 322nd of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 270th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport. The free report below lists employers near Gulfport and what they pay.
- $36.33median pay per hour, Gulfport
- $31–$49typical range per hour
- 190employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Speech-Language Pathologist roles in Gulfport
2 more open roles from employers in Gulfport. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Per diemPosted 14 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist, Certified - Acute Speech - Days - PRN
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport · Gulfport, MS
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Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Gulfport, MS
The metro median is in line with the Mississippi statewide median of $36.44 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 190 speech-language pathologists employed in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.04).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.79 | $51,560 | 46% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.24 | $64,980 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.33 | $75,570 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.80 | $101,500 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $54.27 | $112,880 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Gulfport ranks
- 322nd of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 270th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Mississippi 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 Gulfport-Biloxi run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 67.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.33 median hour buys what $40.36 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Gulfport paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,308
- Per year: $65,394
- Per month: $5,449
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gulfport
| 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 Mississippi
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Gulfport as they open.
Per diemPosted 8 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist, Home Health, PRN
AccentCare · Lexington, MS
$83k–$92k/ year
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Speech Language Pathologist, Home Health, PRN
AccentCare · Brookhaven, MS
$83k–$92k/ year
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Hospitals in Gulfport
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hospital At Gulfport Gulfport, MS | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Singing River Gulfport Gulfport, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 58 mi | $38.12/hr | 362,701 |
| Mobile, AL | 60 mi | $30.38/hr | 201,367 |
| Kenner, LA | 76 mi | $38.12/hr | 64,650 |
| Pensacola, FL | 112 mi | $44.86/hr | 53,898 |
| Jackson, MS | 147 mi | $37.30/hr | 141,449 |
| Montgomery, AL | 212 mi | $31.31/hr | 195,818 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Mississippi · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Mississippi 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 Gulfport, MS?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area have a median pay of $36.33 per hour, about $75,570 a year. The middle half earn between $31.24 and $48.80 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gulfport a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Gulfport-Biloxi ranks 270th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 322nd of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Gulfport?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport, led by Memorial Hospital At Gulfport. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Gulfport as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Gulfport?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gulfport 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 Gulfport?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AccentCareLexington, MS · 2 postings$42.07/ hr$40–$44
- 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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3Open now: 2 SLP roles
- Speech Language Pathologist, Home Health, PRNPer diem$83k–$92k/ year
- Speech Language Pathologist, Home Health, PRNPer diem$83k–$92k/ year
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