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 Grand Forks, ND
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Grand Forks area earn a median of $36.21 per hour, about $75,310 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $28.40 and $38.13. That ranks 323rd of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 240th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Grand Forks. The free report below lists employers near Grand Forks and what they pay.
- $36.21median pay per hour, Grand Forks
- $28–$38typical range per hour
- 70employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Grand Forks, ND
The metro median is 12% above the North Dakota statewide median of $32.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 70 speech-language pathologists employed in the Grand Forks metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.24).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.40 | $59,070 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.40 | $59,070 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Median | $36.21 | $75,310 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.13 | $79,310 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.68 | $103,330 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Grand Forks ranks
- 323rd of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 240th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th 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 Grand Forks
- Overall prices in Grand Forks run 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 40% below the U.S. average (index 59.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.21 median hour buys what $41.78 buys at the national price level, 9% 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$1,304
- Per year: $65,178
- Per month: $5,432
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Forks metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Grand Forks
| 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).
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Hospitals in Grand Forks
CMS lists 1 hospital in Grand Forks, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altru Hospital Grand Forks, ND | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 74 mi | $37.70/hr | 136,285 |
| Bismarck, ND | 188 mi | $38.28/hr | 77,772 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 215 mi | $37.83/hr | 72,145 |
| Duluth, MN | 245 mi | $37.92/hr | 87,986 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 259 mi | $41.65/hr | 72,739 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 261 mi | $41.65/hr | 63,807 |
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 Grand Forks, ND?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Grand Forks metro area have a median pay of $36.21 per hour, about $75,310 a year. The middle half earn between $28.40 and $38.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Forks a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Forks ranks 240th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 323rd of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Grand Forks?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Grand Forks, led by Altru Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Dakota license to work in Grand Forks 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 Grand Forks?
The federal per diem benchmark in Grand Forks 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.
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- 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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