Per diemPosted 16 days ago
Speech Therapist- Inpatient - PRN
Mercy · Wisconsin
$60.00–$60.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in La Crosse, WI
Pay for speech-language pathologists in the La Crosse area centers on $35.83 per hour, or about $74,530 a year. The lower quarter earns under $30.18 and the upper quarter over $45.99. That ranks 326th of 362 U.S. metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay, and 292nd of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse. Tell us your role and we email current openings near La Crosse.
- $35.83median pay per hour, La Crosse
- $30–$46typical range per hour
- 90employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in La Crosse, WI
The metro median is 8% below the Wisconsin statewide median of $38.74 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.87 per hour. BLS counts about 90 speech-language pathologists employed in the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.85 | $57,930 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.18 | $62,770 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.83 | $74,530 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.99 | $95,660 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.91 | $103,810 | 9% above U.S. median |
How La Crosse ranks
- 326th of 362 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 292nd of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th of 12 Wisconsin 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 La Crosse
- Overall prices in La Crosse-Onalaska run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.83 median hour buys what $39.04 buys at the national price level, 15% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,290
- Per year: $64,494
- Per month: $5,374
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in La Crosse
| 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).
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist - Sheboygan
Hospital Sisters Health System · Sheboygan, WI
$34.21–$51.31/ hour
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PermanentPosted 26 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist - Prevea Outpatient
Hospital Sisters Health System · Green Bay, WI
$34.21–$51.31/ hour
Hospitals in La Crosse
CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of speech-language pathologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc La Crosse, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center La Crosse, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 64 mi | $39.42/hr | 123,624 |
| Eau Claire, WI | 70 mi | $34.74/hr | 72,331 |
| Dubuque, IA | 95 mi | $40.98/hr | 58,987 |
| Madison, WI | 103 mi | $40.31/hr | 285,300 |
| Waterloo, IA | 108 mi | $36.58/hr | 67,477 |
| Woodbury, MN | 112 mi | $41.65/hr | 80,596 |
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License and tax basics in Wisconsin
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 La Crosse, WI?
Speech-Language Pathologists in the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area have a median pay of $35.83 per hour, about $74,530 a year. The middle half earn between $30.18 and $45.99 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is La Crosse a good place for speech-language pathologists once cost of living is counted?
La Crosse-Onalaska ranks 292nd of 328 metro areas for speech-language pathologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 326th of 362 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do speech-language pathologists work in La Crosse?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in La Crosse, led by Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in La Crosse as a speech-language pathologist?
Master’s degree in speech-language pathology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 La Crosse?
The federal per diem benchmark in La Crosse 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 hospitals
- Hospital Sisters Health SystemGreen Bay, WI · 2 postings$42.76/ hr$34–$51
- 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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- Speech Therapist- Inpatient - PRNPer diem$60.00–$60.00/ hour
- Speech Language Pathologist - SheboyganPermanent$34.21–$51.31/ hour
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