NH · Manchester · Updated October 15, 2026

Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Manchester, NH

Pay for speech-language pathologists in the Manchester area centers on $36.83 per hour, or about $76,600 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.74 and the upper quarter over $45.24. That ranks 315th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 322nd of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Manchester. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Manchester.

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Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Manchester, NH

The metro median is 9% below the New Hampshire statewide median of $40.29 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 240 speech-language pathologists employed in the Manchester-Nashua metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$25.63$53,31044% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$30.74$63,94033% below U.S. median
Median$36.83$76,60020% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$45.24$94,1001% below U.S. median
Top 10%$50.87$105,81011% above U.S. median

How Manchester ranks

  • 315th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 322nd 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.

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What your pay buys in Manchester

  • Overall prices in Manchester-Nashua run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 34% above the U.S. average (index 134.2).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $36.83 median hour buys what $34.86 buys at the national price level, 24% 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 Manchester paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,326
  • Per year: $66,294
  • Per month: $5,524
  • New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages.

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

Travel assignment per diem in Manchester

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$130
Meals and incidentals per day$74
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,428
13-week assignment$18,564

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).

Open Speech-Language Pathologist roles in New Hampshire

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Hospitals in Manchester

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

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Catholic Medical Center
Manchester, NH
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Elliot Hospital
Manchester, NH
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes

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
Nashua, NH16 mi$36.83/hr91,851
Methuen, MA21 mi$48.94/hr54,272
Haverhill, MA23 mi$49.57/hr68,291
Lawrence, MA24 mi$49.57/hr89,332
Lowell, MA25 mi$49.57/hr120,418
Peabody, MA39 mi$49.57/hr55,418

Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in New Hampshire · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in New Hampshire

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

New Hampshire 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.

New Hampshire state guide

Other healthcare roles in Manchester

Manchester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do speech-language pathologists make in Manchester, NH?

Speech-Language Pathologists in the Manchester-Nashua metro area have a median pay of $36.83 per hour, about $76,600 a year. The middle half earn between $30.74 and $45.24 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Manchester-Nashua ranks 322nd of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 315th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% above the U.S. average.

Where do speech-language pathologists work in Manchester?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manchester, led by Catholic Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a New Hampshire license to work in Manchester as a speech-language pathologist?

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

The federal per diem benchmark in Manchester is $130 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,428 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 ServicesCONCORD, NH · 4 postings$47.16/ hr$40–$60
  • Mary Hitchcock Memorial HospitalLebanon, NH · 1 wage offer$28.29/ hr$28–$28
  • 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$37Median$43.58High$58

5 SLP postings with published pay in New Hampshire, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 5 SLP roles

  1. Speech Language Pathologist | SLPPermanent
    $86k–$88k/ year
    BrightSpring Health Services · Portsmouth, NH · posted 3 days ago
  2. Speech Language Pathologist | SLPPermanent
    $83k–$86k/ year
    BrightSpring Health Services · Concord, NH · posted 3 days ago

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