PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Adult Speech Language Pathologist - Full Time - Days
NewYork-Presbyterian · New York
$104k–$132k/ year
Top 25% pay
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Rochester, NY
The median speech-language pathologist pay in the Rochester area is $36.84 per hour ($76,620 a year), with the typical range running from $28.93 to $46.77. That ranks 314th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 304th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Rochester. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rochester.
- $36.84median pay per hour, Rochester
- $29–$47typical range per hour
- 890employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Rochester, NY
The metro median is 30% below the New York statewide median of $52.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 890 speech-language pathologists employed in the Rochester metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.56).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.78 | $53,620 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.93 | $60,170 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.84 | $76,620 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.77 | $97,280 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.85 | $116,170 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Rochester ranks
- 314th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 304th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th of 10 New York 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.
What your pay buys in Rochester
- Overall prices in Rochester run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.84 median hour buys what $37.97 buys at the national price level, 17% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,326
- Per year: $66,312
- Per month: $5,526
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rochester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rochester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $132 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,484 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,292 |
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).
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Speech Pathologist - Speech Therapy - Full Time
Guthrie Healthcare System · Binghamton, NY
$35.85–$56.79/ hour
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PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient Speech Therapy
Glens Falls Hospital · Glens Falls, NY
$34.57–$57.17/ hour
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Home Care Speech Language Pathologist, Chenango County Region
United Health Services · Norwich, NY
$33.57–$51.39/ hour
Hospitals in Rochester
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Rochester, 0 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Strong Memorial Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Rochester General Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Specialty Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Rochester Psychiatric Center Rochester, NY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo, NY | 66 mi | $38.02/hr | 276,617 |
| Syracuse, NY | 75 mi | $40.67/hr | 146,097 |
| Utica, NY | 121 mi | $39.29/hr | 63,660 |
| Erie, PA | 145 mi | $42.15/hr | 92,940 |
| Scranton, PA | 158 mi | $41.21/hr | 75,905 |
| Schenectady, NY | 188 mi | $39.59/hr | 69,495 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in New York · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New York
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in Rochester, NY?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Rochester metro area have a median pay of $36.84 per hour, about $76,620 a year. The middle half earn between $28.93 and $46.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rochester a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Rochester ranks 304th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 314th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Rochester?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Rochester, led by Highland Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Rochester as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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 Rochester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rochester is $132 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,484 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your SLP pay reportRochester, NY · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Alliedmedix Resources Inc.Kew Gardens, NY · 6 wage offers$76.25/ hr$44–$82
- New York UniversityNew York, NY · 2 wage offers$47.48/ hr$44–$51
- RCM Technologies Inc.New York, NY · 2 wage offers$46.83/ hr$37–$56
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Low$34Median$46.09High$62
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3Open now: 4 SLP roles
- Adult Speech Language Pathologist - Full Time - DaysPermanent$104k–$132k/ year
- Speech Pathologist - Speech Therapy - Full TimePermanent$35.85–$56.79/ hour
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