Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Midwest City, OK
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Midwest City area earn a median of $41.04 per hour, about $85,370 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.82 and $50.67. That ranks 182nd of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 133rd of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Midwest City. The free report below lists employers near Midwest City and what they pay.
- $41.04median pay per hour, Oklahoma City
- $32–$51typical range per hour
- 840employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Midwest City, OK
The metro median is 1% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $40.53 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 840 speech-language pathologists employed in the Oklahoma City metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.68 | $53,410 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.82 | $66,190 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.04 | $85,370 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.67 | $105,390 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $66.70 | $138,740 | 45% above U.S. median |
How Midwest City ranks
- 182nd of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 133rd of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Oklahoma 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 Midwest City
- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.04 median hour buys what $45.39 buys at the national price level, 1% 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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- Per year: $73,872
- Per month: $6,156
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Oklahoma City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Midwest City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $116 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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).
Hospitals in Midwest City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Midwest City, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Midwest Midwest City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 8 mi | $41.04/hr | 712,919 |
| Moore, OK | 11 mi | $41.04/hr | 63,845 |
| Enid, OK | 71 mi | $40.53/hr | 50,519 |
| Lawton, OK | 83 mi | $46.66/hr | 90,027 |
| Tulsa, OK | 95 mi | $41.28/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 98 mi | $41.28/hr | 122,756 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Oklahoma · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oklahoma taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Midwest City
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in Midwest City, OK?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Oklahoma City metro area have a median pay of $41.04 per hour, about $85,370 a year. The middle half earn between $31.82 and $50.67 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Midwest City a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Oklahoma City ranks 133rd of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 182nd of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Midwest City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Midwest City, led by Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Midwest. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Midwest City as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Midwest City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Midwest City is $116 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 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 Midwest City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Midwest City and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Midwest City.
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- 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
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$60.17/ hr$48–$79
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