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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Youngstown, OH
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Youngstown area earn a median of $37.91 per hour, about $78,840 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $29.65 and $46.65. That ranks 281st of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 184th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Youngstown.
- $37.91median pay per hour, Youngstown
- $30–$47typical range per hour
- 270employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Youngstown, OH
The metro median is 11% below the Ohio statewide median of $42.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 270 speech-language pathologists employed in the Youngstown-Warren metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.46).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.48 | $48,840 | 49% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.65 | $61,670 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.91 | $78,840 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.65 | $97,030 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.48 | $111,240 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Youngstown ranks
- 281st of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 184th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th of 12 Ohio 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 Youngstown
- Overall prices in Youngstown-Warren run 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% below the U.S. average (index 53.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.91 median hour buys what $43.38 buys at the national price level, 5% 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$1,365
- Per year: $68,238
- Per month: $5,686
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Youngstown-Warren metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Youngstown
| 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 Youngstown
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical Hospital At Southwoods Youngstown, OH | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Mh St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Youngstown, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Generations Behavioral Health-Youngstown Llc Youngstown, OH | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton, OH | 43 mi | $40.19/hr | 69,211 |
| Akron, OH | 46 mi | $44.85/hr | 189,664 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 48 mi | $44.85/hr | 50,979 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 57 mi | $39.62/hr | 307,668 |
| Parma, OH | 60 mi | $44.59/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 60 mi | $44.59/hr | 365,379 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Ohio · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio 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 Youngstown, OH?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Youngstown-Warren metro area have a median pay of $37.91 per hour, about $78,840 a year. The middle half earn between $29.65 and $46.65 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Youngstown a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Youngstown-Warren ranks 184th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 281st of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Youngstown?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, led by Surgical Hospital At Southwoods. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Youngstown as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Youngstown?
The federal per diem benchmark in Youngstown 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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