PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Audiologist - Chief
Veterans Health Administration · Houston, TX
$123k–$160k/ year
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in McAllen, TX
Speech-Language Pathologists in the McAllen area earn a median of $43.56 per hour, about $90,600 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $31.91 and $52.27. That ranks 144th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 36th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in McAllen. The free report below lists employers near McAllen and what they pay.
- $43.56median pay per hour, McAllen
- $32–$52typical range per hour
- 590employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in McAllen, TX
The metro median is 1% above the Texas statewide median of $43.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 590 speech-language pathologists employed in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area, 2.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.74).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.24 | $56,660 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.91 | $66,370 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $43.56 | $90,600 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.27 | $108,720 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.10 | $131,250 | 38% above U.S. median |
How McAllen ranks
- 144th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 36th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 24 Texas 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 McAllen
- Overall prices in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $43.56 median hour buys what $50.71 buys at the national price level, 11% above 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$1,568
- Per year: $78,408
- Per month: $6,534
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in McAllen
| 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).
Open Speech-Language Pathologist roles in Texas
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Speech Language Pathologist
CommonSpirit Health · Houston, TX
$46.00–$46.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Audiologist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Hood, TX
$90k–$116k/ year
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Speech Language Pathologist / SLP, Home Health PRN
AccentCare · Desoto, TX
$92k–$112k/ year
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Speech Language Pathologist / SLP, Home Health
AccentCare · Rockwall, TX
$83k–$102k/ year
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Staff Audiologist - EDRP Approved
Veterans Health Administration · Abilene, TX
$75k–$116k/ year
Hospitals in McAllen
CMS lists 1 hospital in McAllen, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital Mcallen, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission, TX | 5 mi | $43.56/hr | 88,574 |
| Pharr, TX | 5 mi | $43.56/hr | 81,142 |
| Harlingen, TX | 34 mi | $39.20/hr | 72,234 |
| Brownsville, TX | 52 mi | $39.20/hr | 191,967 |
| Laredo, TX | 120 mi | $41.28/hr | 261,260 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 125 mi | $37.90/hr | 317,317 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Texas · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Texas
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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.
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in McAllen, TX?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area have a median pay of $43.56 per hour, about $90,600 a year. The middle half earn between $31.91 and $52.27 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is McAllen a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission ranks 36th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 144th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in McAllen?
CMS lists 1 hospital in McAllen, led by Rio Grande Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in McAllen as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 McAllen?
The federal per diem benchmark in McAllen 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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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Veterans Health AdministrationHouston, TX · 2 postings$56.90/ hr$36–$77
- AccentCareDesoto, TX · 2 postings$46.73/ hr$40–$54
- Achieve Pediatric Therapy & Rehab, P. C.Cedar Park, TX · 2 wage offers$39.28/ hr$34–$44
- The Stepping Stones Group LLCSugar Land, TX · 2 wage offers$36.58/ hr$33–$40
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$39Median$47.55High$61
6 SLP postings with published pay in Texas, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 SLP roles
- Audiologist - ChiefPermanent$123k–$160k/ year
- Speech Language PathologistPer diem$46.00–$46.00/ hour
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