Speech-Language Pathologist salary in Florida
Speech-Language Pathologists in Florida earn a median of $46.71 per hour, about $97,150 a year, 2% above the U.S. median of $45.87. The middle half earn between $38.43 and $49.98 per hour. The highest median among Florida metro areas is in Naples-Marco Island, FL, at $49.11 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $46.71median pay per hour
- $97,150median pay per year
- 8,990employed in Florida
- #17of 50 states by median pay
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Florida: percentiles
| Level | Florida per hour | Florida per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.45 | $63,340 | $29.08 |
| Lower quartile | $38.43 | $79,930 | $36.21 |
| Median | $46.71 | $97,150 | $45.87 |
| Upper quartile | $49.98 | $103,960 | $54.09 |
| Top 10% | $55.21 | $114,840 | $63.87 |
Speech-Language Pathologist pay by metro area in Florida
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Florida median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $49.11 | $102,140 | 160 | 5% above | $47.59 |
| Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL | $48.76 | $101,410 | 120 | 4% above | $50.12 |
| Wildwood-The Villages, FL | $48.43 | $100,740 | 40 | 4% above | — |
| Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL | $48.10 | $100,050 | 60 | 3% above | — |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | $47.43 | $98,660 | 180 | 2% above | $48.83 |
| Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL | $47.24 | $98,260 | 80 | 1% above | $48.69 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $47.20 | $98,170 | 2,590 | 1% above | $41.35 |
| Punta Gorda, FL | $47.06 | $97,890 | 40 | 1% above | $46.81 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $46.85 | $97,440 | 1,440 | in line with | $46.44 |
| Homosassa Springs, FL | $46.63 | $96,990 | 80 | in line with | $49.89 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL | $45.98 | $95,630 | 330 | 2% below | $44.89 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL | $45.96 | $95,590 | 260 | 2% below | $44.91 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $45.63 | $94,920 | 620 | 2% below | $45.87 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL | $45.54 | $94,730 | 230 | 3% below | $45.83 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $45.41 | $94,450 | 300 | 3% below | $45.31 |
| Ocala, FL | $44.87 | $93,340 | 160 | 4% below | $47.12 |
| Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL | $44.86 | $93,300 | 220 | 4% below | $45.91 |
| Gainesville, FL | $43.70 | $90,900 | 200 | 6% below | $45.18 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $41.80 | $86,940 | 980 | 11% below | $41.22 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $38.31 | $79,680 | 100 | 18% below | $40.79 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL | $27.81 | $57,840 | 260 | 40% below | $27.81 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
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What employers are posting in Florida
- 4roles with published pay
- $63median pay per hour
- $43–$83typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Amedisys | 2 | $76.75 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $46.26 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in Florida · Speech-Language Pathologist salary nationwide · Florida state guide
Common questions
How much does a speech-language pathologist make in Florida?
The median is $46.71 per hour, about $97,150 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $30.45 and the top 10% earn over $55.21 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Florida city pays speech-language pathologists the most?
Among Florida metro areas, Naples-Marco Island, FL has the highest median at $49.11 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Florida rank for speech-language pathologist pay?
Florida ranks 17th of 50 states by median speech-language pathologist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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