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Speech Language Pathologist - PRN - Inpatient Peds
University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Columbia, MO
The median speech-language pathologist pay in the Columbia area is $45.98 per hour ($95,640 a year), with the typical range running from $37.70 to $50.53. That ranks 101st of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 29th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Columbia. The free report below lists employers near Columbia and what they pay.
- $45.98median pay per hour, Columbia
- $38–$51typical range per hour
- 110employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Columbia, MO
The metro median is 14% above the Missouri statewide median of $40.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 110 speech-language pathologists employed in the Columbia metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.74 | $59,780 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.70 | $78,420 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.98 | $95,640 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.53 | $105,100 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.71 | $120,040 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Columbia ranks
- 101st of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 29th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 7 Missouri 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 Columbia run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.98 median hour buys what $51.41 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Columbia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,655
- Per year: $82,764
- Per month: $6,897
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Columbia
| 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 Missouri
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Columbia as they open.
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Audiologist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Leonard Wood, MO
$90k–$116k/ year
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Speech Language Pathologist Part time $10K Sign on Bonus
Amedisys · Springfield, MO
$37.50–$48.75/ hour
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Hospitals in Columbia
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbia, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boone Hospital Center Columbia, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Columbia Mo Va Medical Center Columbia, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Missouri Health Care Columbia, MO | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Centerpointe Hospital Of Columbia Columbia, MO | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Fallon, MO | 87 mi | $40.46/hr | 95,355 |
| St. Peters, MO | 93 mi | $40.46/hr | 61,398 |
| St. Charles, MO | 98 mi | $40.46/hr | 72,458 |
| Blue Springs, MO | 104 mi | $40.53/hr | 61,246 |
| Florissant, MO | 108 mi | $40.46/hr | 51,290 |
| Independence, MO | 109 mi | $40.53/hr | 121,629 |
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License and tax basics in Missouri
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri 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 Columbia, MO?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Columbia metro area have a median pay of $45.98 per hour, about $95,640 a year. The middle half earn between $37.70 and $50.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbia a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Columbia ranks 29th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 101st of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Columbia?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbia, led by Boone Hospital Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Columbia as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 Columbia?
The federal per diem benchmark in Columbia 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
- St. Louis Children's HopsitalSt. Louis, MO · 1 wage offer$42.15/ hr$42–$42
- School District of Kansas City 33Kansas City, MO · 1 wage offer$25.91/ hr$26–$26
- AmedisysButler, GA · 3 postings$73.50/ hr$49–$85
- BrightSpring Health ServicesESCONDIDO, CA · 7 postings$62.50/ hr$60–$65
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Low$36Median$49.00High$62
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- AudiologistPermanent$90k–$116k/ year
- Speech Language Pathologist Part time $10K Sign on BonusPermanent$37.50–$48.75/ hour
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