Speech-Language Pathologist salary in Illinois
Speech-Language Pathologists in Illinois earn a median of $39.66 per hour, about $82,480 a year, 14% below the U.S. median of $45.87. The middle half earn between $33.28 and $50.71 per hour. The highest median among Illinois metro areas is in Kankakee, IL, at $44.26 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $39.66median pay per hour
- $82,480median pay per year
- 9,100employed in Illinois
- #33of 50 states by median pay
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Illinois: percentiles
| Level | Illinois per hour | Illinois per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.32 | $54,750 | $29.08 |
| Lower quartile | $33.28 | $69,220 | $36.21 |
| Median | $39.66 | $82,480 | $45.87 |
| Upper quartile | $50.71 | $105,480 | $54.09 |
| Top 10% | $58.10 | $120,850 | $63.87 |
Speech-Language Pathologist pay by metro area in Illinois
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Illinois median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kankakee, IL | $44.26 | $92,060 | 50 | 12% above | — |
| Rockford, IL | $43.05 | $89,530 | 170 | 9% above | $46.72 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $40.38 | $83,990 | 7,210 | 2% above | $38.98 |
| Bloomington, IL | $39.69 | $82,560 | 130 | in line with | $42.43 |
| Springfield, IL | $39.68 | $82,530 | 150 | in line with | $42.78 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $38.26 | $79,580 | 170 | 4% below | $41.27 |
| Peoria, IL | $38.03 | $79,090 | 210 | 4% below | $41.69 |
| Decatur, IL | $37.82 | $78,660 | 40 | 5% below | $42.77 |
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 Illinois
- 12roles with published pay
- $45.70median pay per hour
- $34–$56typical published range
- 6employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital Sisters Health System | 4 | $42.76 |
| Mercy | 4 | $45.70 |
| Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | 1 | $48.75 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $45.92 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $51.44 |
| Select Medical | 1 | $37.97 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 12 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 Illinois · Speech-Language Pathologist salary nationwide · Illinois state guide
Common questions
How much does a speech-language pathologist make in Illinois?
The median is $39.66 per hour, about $82,480 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $26.32 and the top 10% earn over $58.10 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Illinois city pays speech-language pathologists the most?
Among Illinois metro areas, Kankakee, IL has the highest median at $44.26 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Illinois rank for speech-language pathologist pay?
Illinois ranks 33rd 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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- MercyIllinois · 4 postings$45.70/ hr$36–$57
- Hospital Sisters Health SystemSpringfield, IL · 4 postings$42.76/ hr$34–$51
- Rehabilitation Institute of ChicagoHomewood, IL · 2 wage offers$32.41/ hr$28–$37
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- Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Inpatient/Acute Care - PRNPer diem$34.21–$51.31/ hour
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