NV · Sparks · Updated October 15, 2026

Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Sparks, NV

Speech-Language Pathologists in the Sparks area earn a median of $49.07 per hour, about $102,070 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $41.10 and $53.75. That ranks 44th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 66th of 328 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Sparks and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Sparks.

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Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Sparks, NV

The metro median is 1% above the Nevada statewide median of $48.48 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 250 speech-language pathologists employed in the Reno metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.80).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$32.78$68,18029% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$41.10$85,49010% below U.S. median
Median$49.07$102,0707% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$53.75$111,80017% above U.S. median
Top 10%$57.03$118,62024% above U.S. median

How Sparks ranks

  • 44th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 66th of 328 after adjusting for local prices

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 Sparks

  • Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $49.07 median hour buys what $48.58 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Sparks paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,767
  • Per year: $88,326
  • Per month: $7,360
  • Nevada has no state income tax on wages.

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Sparks

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$146
Meals and incidentals per day$80
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,582
13-week assignment$20,566

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 Sparks

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sparks, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Northern Nevada Medical Center
Sparks, NV
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Dini-Townsend Hospital At Nnmh
Sparks, NV
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Speech-Language Pathologist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Reno, NV7 mi$49.07/hr281,714
Carson City, NV29 mi$48.48/hr58,148
Lincoln, CA97 mi$58.89/hr56,268
Rocklin, CA98 mi$58.89/hr75,129
Folsom, CA99 mi$58.89/hr88,091
Roseville, CA102 mi$58.89/hr163,304

Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Nevada · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Nevada

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.

Nevada state guide

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Common questions

How much do speech-language pathologists make in Sparks, NV?

Speech-Language Pathologists in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $49.07 per hour, about $102,070 a year. The middle half earn between $41.10 and $53.75 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Sparks a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?

Reno ranks 66th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 44th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.

Who is hiring speech-language pathologists in Sparks?

We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Reno area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Sparks.

Do I need a Nevada license to work in Sparks as a speech-language pathologist?

Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada 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 Sparks?

The federal per diem benchmark in Sparks is $146 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,582 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

  • BrightSpring Health ServicesRENO, NV · 3 postings$52.00/ hr$40–$60
  • The Stepping Stones Group LLCLas Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$48.35/ hr$48–$48
  • 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$40Median$49.25High$58

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3Open now: 4 SLP roles

  1. Speech Language Pathologist / SLPPermanent
    $51.00–$53.00/ hour
    BrightSpring Health Services · Reno, NV · posted 7 days ago
  2. Speech-Language Pathologist - SLPPermanent
    $83k–$110k/ year
    BrightSpring Health Services · Reno, NV · posted 8 days ago

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