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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - St. Mary's Hospital
Bon Secours Mercy Health · Richmond, VA
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Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Richmond, VA
Pay for speech-language pathologists in the Richmond area centers on $46.04 per hour, or about $95,770 a year. The lower quarter earns under $38.26 and the upper quarter over $52.18. That ranks 100th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 91st of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Richmond. The free report below lists employers near Richmond and what they pay.
- $46.04median pay per hour, Richmond
- $38–$52typical range per hour
- 720employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Richmond, VA
The metro median is 1% above the Virginia statewide median of $45.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 720 speech-language pathologists employed in the Richmond metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.41 | $65,330 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.26 | $79,580 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.04 | $95,770 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.18 | $108,530 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.62 | $124,010 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Richmond ranks
- 100th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 91st of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Virginia 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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- Overall prices in Richmond run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 99.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.04 median hour buys what $47.05 buys at the national price level, 3% 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.
Estimate your Richmond paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,657
- Per year: $82,872
- Per month: $6,906
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Richmond metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Richmond
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $157 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,659 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,567 |
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 Virginia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Richmond as they open.
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Audiologist
Veterans Health Administration · Salem, VA
$75k–$116k/ year
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Speech Language Pathologist
Sentara Healthcare · Newport News, VA
$94k–$139k/ year
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SLP / Speech Language Pathologist - Home Health
BrightSpring Health Services · Franklin, VA
$39.19–$48.99/ hour
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Speech Language Pathologist- Pediatric Rehab
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$36.87–$55.31/ hour
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Speech Language Pathologist- Flex- Home Care
Carilion Clinic · Roanoke, VA
$56.00–$56.00/ hour
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Speech Language Pathologist/ SLP
BrightSpring Health Services · Midlothian, VA
$45.00–$55.00/ hour
Hospitals in Richmond
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Richmond, 5 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Secours St Marys Hospital Richmond, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Richmond Va Medical Center Richmond, VA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Cjw Medical Center Richmond, VA | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Henrico Doctors' Hospital Richmond, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals Richmond, VA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours Richmond Community Hospital Richmond, VA | Acute care | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport News, VA | 61 mi | $46.72/hr | 183,056 |
| Hampton, VA | 73 mi | $46.72/hr | 137,596 |
| Suffolk, VA | 74 mi | $46.72/hr | 103,105 |
| Portsmouth, VA | 77 mi | $46.72/hr | 96,482 |
| Norfolk, VA | 80 mi | $46.72/hr | 231,105 |
| Chesapeake, VA | 87 mi | $46.72/hr | 254,997 |
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Virginia · Speech-Language Pathologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do speech-language pathologists make in Richmond, VA?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the Richmond metro area have a median pay of $46.04 per hour, about $95,770 a year. The middle half earn between $38.26 and $52.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Richmond a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
Richmond ranks 91st of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 100th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in Richmond?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Richmond, led by Bon Secours St Marys Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Richmond as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Richmond?
The federal per diem benchmark in Richmond is $157 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,659 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your SLP pay reportRichmond, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Riverside Health SystemSmithfield Cypress Run Plaza, VA · 2 postings$59.00/ hr$55–$63
- Sentara HealthcareNewport News, VA · 5 postings$56.09/ hr$45–$67
- Mary Washington HealthcareVirginia · 2 postings$52.50/ hr$50–$55
- Carilion ClinicRoanoke, VA · 2 postings$51.05/ hr$37–$56
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$41Median$56.05High$67
16 SLP postings with published pay in Virginia, 13 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 16 SLP roles
- AudiologistPermanent$75k–$116k/ year
- Speech Language PathologistPermanent$94k–$139k/ year
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