Per diemPosted 10 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Acute Care (Casual) - Fargo
Essentia Health · Fargo, ND
$34.96–$52.44/ hour
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Fargo, ND
The median speech-language pathologist pay in the Fargo area is $37.70 per hour ($78,420 a year), with the typical range running from $31.46 to $42.48. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Fargo. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Fargo. The free report below lists employers near Fargo and what they pay.
- $37.70median pay per hour, Fargo
- $31–$42typical range per hour
- 190employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 16% above the North Dakota statewide median of $32.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 190 speech-language pathologists employed in the Fargo metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.32 | $54,750 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.46 | $65,440 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.70 | $78,420 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.48 | $88,360 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.05 | $104,100 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Fargo ranks
- 291st of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 246th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 North Dakota 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 Fargo
- Overall prices in Fargo run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 19% below the U.S. average (index 81.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.70 median hour buys what $41.49 buys at the national price level, 10% 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 Fargo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,357
- Per year: $67,860
- Per month: $5,655
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fargo metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Fargo
| 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).
Hospitals in Fargo
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Fargo, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo Va Medical Center Fargo, ND | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sanford Medical Center Fargo Fargo, ND | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Essentia Health Fargo, ND | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Prairie St John's Fargo, ND | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Forks, ND | 74 mi | $36.21/hr | 59,845 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 157 mi | $37.83/hr | 72,145 |
| Bismarck, ND | 186 mi | $38.28/hr | 77,772 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 202 mi | $41.65/hr | 72,739 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 205 mi | $41.65/hr | 63,807 |
| Plymouth, MN | 206 mi | $41.65/hr | 78,551 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in North Dakota · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Dakota
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Dakota requires for your role with the North Dakota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Dakota 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 Fargo, ND?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Fargo metro area have a median pay of $37.70 per hour, about $78,420 a year. The middle half earn between $31.46 and $42.48 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fargo a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Fargo ranks 246th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 291st of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring speech-language pathologists in Fargo?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Fargo. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Fargo.
Do I need a North Dakota license to work in Fargo as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Dakota requires for your role with the North Dakota 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 Fargo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Fargo 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.
Does Valorem Health place speech-language pathologists in Fargo?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- New Town Public School District 1New Town, ND · 1 wage offer$32.16/ hr$26–$38
- AmedisysButler, GA · 3 postings$73.50/ hr$49–$85
- BrightSpring Health ServicesESCONDIDO, CA · 7 postings$62.50/ hr$60–$65
- CommonSpirit HealthOXNARD, CA · 5 postings$61.91/ hr$50–$77
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Low$36Median$49.00High$62
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- Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Acute Care (Casual) - FargoPer diem$34.96–$52.44/ hour
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