Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Taylorsville, UT
Pay for speech-language pathologists in the Taylorsville area centers on $48.63 per hour, or about $101,140 a year. The lower quarter earns under $41.68 and the upper quarter over $51.86. That ranks 51st of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 71st of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 12 hospitals in the Taylorsville metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Taylorsville.
- $48.63median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $42–$52typical range per hour
- 450employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Taylorsville, UT
The metro median is 19% above the Utah statewide median of $41.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 450 speech-language pathologists employed in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.47).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.29 | $67,160 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.68 | $86,690 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.63 | $101,140 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.86 | $107,870 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.28 | $127,460 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Taylorsville ranks
- 51st of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 71st of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Utah 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 Taylorsville
- Overall prices in Salt Lake City-Murray run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.63 median hour buys what $48.21 buys at the national price level, 5% 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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- Per year: $87,534
- Per month: $7,294
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Taylorsville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
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 the Salt Lake City-Murray area
CMS lists 12 hospitals in the Salt Lake City-Murray area, 8 of the 9 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital Sandy, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Intermountain Medical Center Murray, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Lds Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Lone Peak Hospital Draper, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital-Jordan Valley West Jordan, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Salt Lake City Healthcare - George E. Wahlen Va Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital - Salt Lake Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Primary Children's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray, UT | 3 mi | $48.63/hr | 50,817 |
| West Valley City, UT | 4 mi | $48.63/hr | 138,144 |
| Lehi, UT | 17 mi | $34.86/hr | 93,446 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 22 mi | $34.86/hr | 57,411 |
| Eagle Mountain, UT | 24 mi | $34.86/hr | 60,575 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Utah · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in Taylorsville, UT?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area have a median pay of $48.63 per hour, about $101,140 a year. The middle half earn between $41.68 and $51.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Taylorsville a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 71st of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 51st of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Taylorsville?
CMS lists 12 hospitals in the Salt Lake City-Murray area, led by Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Taylorsville as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 Taylorsville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Taylorsville is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 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 Taylorsville?
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- Provo City School DistrictProvo, UT · 1 wage offer$36.73/ hr$37–$37
- 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
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