Per diemPosted today
Speech Language Pathologist / PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Charlotte, NC
$53.00–$58.00/ hour
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Cary, NC
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Cary area earn a median of $39.56 per hour, about $82,280 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $30.08 and $50.15. That ranks 224th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 272nd of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Cary. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Cary.
- $39.56median pay per hour, Raleigh
- $30–$50typical range per hour
- 780employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Cary, NC
The metro median is 6% below the North Carolina statewide median of $42.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 780 speech-language pathologists employed in the Raleigh-Cary 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% | $29.18 | $60,690 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.08 | $62,570 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.56 | $82,280 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.15 | $104,310 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $64.56 | $134,280 | 41% above U.S. median |
How Cary ranks
- 224th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 272nd of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 13 North Carolina 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 Cary
- Overall prices in Raleigh-Cary run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.56 median hour buys what $40.30 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,424
- Per year: $71,208
- Per month: $5,934
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Raleigh-Cary metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cary
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $131 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,435 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,655 |
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 North Carolina
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Cary as they open.
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Speech Language Pathologist - Outpatient, Carolinas Rehab Charlotte
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$33.05–$49.60/ hour
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Per diemPosted 14 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist / PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Fuquay Varina, NC
$53.00–$58.00/ hour
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Speech Language Pathologist / PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Greensboro, NC
$53.00–$58.00/ hour
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Speech Language Pathologist / PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Rocky Mount, NC
$53.00–$58.00/ hour
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Speech Language Pathologist / PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Statesville, NC
$53.00–$58.00/ hour
Hospitals in Cary
CMS lists 1 hospital in Cary, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital Cary, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex, NC | 5 mi | $39.56/hr | 75,977 |
| Raleigh, NC | 11 mi | $39.56/hr | 499,825 |
| Durham, NC | 14 mi | $39.25/hr | 301,870 |
| Chapel Hill, NC | 16 mi | $39.25/hr | 64,028 |
| Burlington, NC | 41 mi | $33.81/hr | 61,365 |
| Fayetteville, NC | 49 mi | $41.36/hr | 209,496 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in North Carolina · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Carolina
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina 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 Cary, NC?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Raleigh-Cary metro area have a median pay of $39.56 per hour, about $82,280 a year. The middle half earn between $30.08 and $50.15 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cary a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Raleigh-Cary ranks 272nd of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 224th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Cary?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Cary, led by Wakemed, Cary Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Cary as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Cary?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cary is $131 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,435 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your SLP pay reportCary, NC · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Pediatric Speech and Language Services, Inc.Greensboro, NC · 1 wage offer$66.15/ hr$66–$66
- BrightSpring Health ServicesCHARLOTTE, NC · 5 postings$55.50/ hr$53–$58
- Trinity Rehab, LLCGreensboro, NC · 1 wage offer$37.00/ hr$37–$37
- Dare County SchoolsKill Devil Hill, NC · 1 wage offer$30.96/ hr$31–$31
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$48Median$55.50High$58
6 SLP postings with published pay in North Carolina, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 SLP roles
- Speech Language Pathologist / PRNPer diem$53.00–$58.00/ hour
- Speech Language Pathologist - Outpatient, Carolinas Rehab CharlottePermanent$33.05–$49.60/ hour
+ 4 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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