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Audiologist - Chief
Veterans Health Administration · Houston, TX
$123k–$160k/ year
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Midland, TX
The median speech-language pathologist pay in the Midland area is $49.70 per hour ($103,370 a year), with the typical range running from $40.46 to $49.70. That ranks 37th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 25th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Midland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Midland.
- $49.70median pay per hour, Midland
- $40–$50typical range per hour
- 190employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Midland, TX
The metro median is 16% above the Texas statewide median of $43.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 190 speech-language pathologists employed in the Midland metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.38).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.44 | $67,480 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.46 | $84,160 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.70 | $103,370 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.70 | $103,380 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.81 | $124,400 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Midland ranks
- 37th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 25th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Midland
- Overall prices in Midland run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.70 median hour buys what $51.89 buys at the national price level, 13% 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$1,789
- Per year: $89,460
- Per month: $7,455
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Midland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Midland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $128 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,414 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,382 |
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 Texas
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Midland as they open.
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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
Per diemPosted 29 days ago
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
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Staff Audiologist - EDRP Approved
Veterans Health Administration · Abilene, TX
$75k–$116k/ year
Hospitals in Midland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Midland, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midland Memorial Hospital Midland, TX | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Permian Basin Midland, TX | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odessa, TX | 17 mi | $48.24/hr | 119,748 |
| San Angelo, TX | 106 mi | $35.32/hr | 100,159 |
| Lubbock, TX | 107 mi | $38.28/hr | 272,086 |
| Abilene, TX | 142 mi | $38.09/hr | 130,501 |
| Wichita Falls, TX | 245 mi | $46.33/hr | 102,372 |
| El Paso, TX | 253 mi | $39.40/hr | 681,723 |
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 Midland, TX?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Midland metro area have a median pay of $49.70 per hour, about $103,370 a year. The middle half earn between $40.46 and $49.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Midland a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Midland ranks 25th of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 37th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Midland?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Midland, led by Midland Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Midland 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 Midland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Midland is $128 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,414 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
+ 4 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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