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Speech Therapist
Genesis Healthcare · Nashville, TN
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Nashville, TN
The median speech-language pathologist pay in the Nashville area is $40.37 per hour ($83,970 a year), with the typical range running from $30.84 to $49.27. That ranks 200th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 235th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Nashville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Nashville.
- $40.37median pay per hour, Nashville
- $31–$49typical range per hour
- 1,010employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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5 more open roles from employers in Nashville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Speech Language Pathologist
Ascension Health · Nashville, TN
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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Pediatric Acute Care
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist
BrightSpring Health Services · Nashville, TN
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Per diemPosted 7 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Pediatric Acute Care PRN
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Nashville, TN
The metro median is 1% above the Tennessee statewide median of $39.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 1,010 speech-language pathologists employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.80).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.57 | $53,190 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.84 | $64,150 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.37 | $83,970 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.27 | $102,480 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.08 | $110,410 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Nashville ranks
- 200th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 235th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 10 Tennessee 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Nashville
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.37 median hour buys what $41.90 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.
Estimate your Nashville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,453
- Per year: $72,666
- Per month: $6,056
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Nashville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $222 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,156 |
| 13-week assignment | $28,028 |
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 Tennessee
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Nashville as they open.
PermanentPosted today
Speech/Language Pathologist (Early Intervention)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Campbell, TN
$90k–$116k/ year
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SLP Speech Pathologist Home Health
Amedisys · Rogersville, TN
$50.00–$55.00/ hour
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Outpatient Speech Language Pathologist
CommonSpirit Health · Chattanooga, TN
$33.11–$49.25/ hour
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Speech Language Pathologist
CommonSpirit Health · Chattanooga, TN
$50.00–$55.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist - Neuro
Select Medical · Memphis, TN
$40.00–$45.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 21 days ago
SLP Speech Pathologist Home Health
Amedisys · Cleveland, TN
$106k–$119k/ year
Hospitals in Nashville
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, 5 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Metro Nashville General Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Centennial Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Middle Tennessee Healthcare System Nashville, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Skyline Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Thomas Hospital For Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Middle Tn Mental Health Institute Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville, TN | 14 mi | $40.37/hr | 63,947 |
| Franklin, TN | 18 mi | $40.37/hr | 89,142 |
| Clarksville, TN | 41 mi | $40.92/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 59 mi | $38.73/hr | 79,076 |
| Madison, AL | 101 mi | $34.53/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 102 mi | $34.53/hr | 230,402 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Tennessee · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Nashville
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in Nashville, TN?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $40.37 per hour, about $83,970 a year. The middle half earn between $30.84 and $49.27 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Nashville a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 235th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 200th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Nashville?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Nashville as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Nashville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Nashville is $222 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,156 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysRogersville, TN · 2 postings$53.24/ hr$50–$57
- CommonSpirit HealthCHATTANOOGA, TN · 2 postings$46.84/ hr$33–$55
- The Stepping Stones Group LLCSpring Hills, TN · 1 wage offer$34.02/ hr$34–$34
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$51.00High$56
6 SLP postings with published pay in Tennessee, 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 (Early Intervention)Permanent$90k–$116k/ year
- SLP Speech Pathologist Home HealthPermanent$50.00–$55.00/ hour
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