Speech-Language Pathologist salary in Missouri
Speech-Language Pathologists in Missouri earn a median of $40.36 per hour, about $83,950 a year, 12% below the U.S. median of $45.87. The middle half earn between $31.52 and $48.34 per hour. The highest median among Missouri metro areas is in Columbia, MO, at $45.98 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $40.36median pay per hour
- $83,950median pay per year
- 2,700employed in Missouri
- #29of 50 states by median pay
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Missouri: percentiles
| Level | Missouri per hour | Missouri per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.13 | $54,350 | $29.08 |
| Lower quartile | $31.52 | $65,560 | $36.21 |
| Median | $40.36 | $83,950 | $45.87 |
| Upper quartile | $48.34 | $100,550 | $54.09 |
| Top 10% | $54.34 | $113,030 | $63.87 |
Speech-Language Pathologist pay by metro area in Missouri
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Missouri median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, MO | $45.98 | $95,640 | 110 | 14% above | $51.41 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $40.53 | $84,300 | 1,270 | in line with | $43.80 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO-IL | $40.50 | $84,230 | 60 | in line with | $47.05 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $40.46 | $84,160 | 1,540 | in line with | $42.55 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $39.21 | $81,550 | 30 | 3% below | $45.39 |
| Joplin, MO-KS | $38.97 | $81,060 | 70 | 3% below | $45.46 |
| Springfield, MO | $35.79 | $74,430 | 210 | 11% below | $40.40 |
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).
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in states next to Missouri
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $38.36 | $79,800 | 5% below Missouri |
| Illinois | $39.66 | $82,480 | 2% below Missouri |
| Iowa | $39.00 | $81,120 | 3% below Missouri |
| Kansas | $39.11 | $81,360 | 3% below Missouri |
| Kentucky | $39.86 | $82,910 | 1% below Missouri |
| Nebraska | $39.28 | $81,710 | 3% below Missouri |
| Oklahoma | $40.53 | $84,310 | in line with Missouri |
| Tennessee | $39.90 | $82,990 | 1% below Missouri |
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Common questions
How much does a speech-language pathologist make in Missouri?
The median is $40.36 per hour, about $83,950 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $26.13 and the top 10% earn over $54.34 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Missouri city pays speech-language pathologists the most?
Among Missouri metro areas, Columbia, MO has the highest median at $45.98 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Missouri rank for speech-language pathologist pay?
Missouri ranks 29th 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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- AmedisysButler, GA · 3 postings$73.50/ hr$49–$85
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