Speech-Language Pathologist salary in Oregon
Speech-Language Pathologists in Oregon earn a median of $50.11 per hour, about $104,230 a year, 9% above the U.S. median of $45.87. The middle half earn between $43.15 and $61.97 per hour. The highest median among Oregon metro areas is in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, at $51.40 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $50.11median pay per hour
- $104,230median pay per year
- 1,750employed in Oregon
- #6of 50 states by median pay
Speech-Language Pathologist pay in Oregon: percentiles
| Level | Oregon per hour | Oregon per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.26 | $67,100 | $29.08 |
| Lower quartile | $43.15 | $89,750 | $36.21 |
| Median | $50.11 | $104,230 | $45.87 |
| Upper quartile | $61.97 | $128,900 | $54.09 |
| Top 10% | $65.76 | $136,780 | $63.87 |
Speech-Language Pathologist pay by metro area in Oregon
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Oregon median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $51.40 | $106,920 | 1,280 | 3% above | $48.76 |
| Bend, OR | $51.01 | $106,110 | 90 | 2% above | $49.23 |
| Albany, OR | $48.42 | $100,720 | 50 | 3% below | — |
| Salem, OR | $47.44 | $98,680 | 140 | 5% below | $45.77 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $45.05 | $93,700 | 160 | 10% below | $44.35 |
| Medford, OR | $44.47 | $92,500 | 70 | 11% below | $43.84 |
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 Oregon
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Oregon |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $55.77 | $116,000 | 11% above Oregon |
| Idaho | $37.72 | $78,450 | 25% below Oregon |
| Nevada | $48.48 | $100,840 | 3% below Oregon |
| Washington | $49.26 | $102,450 | 2% below Oregon |
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Common questions
How much does a speech-language pathologist make in Oregon?
The median is $50.11 per hour, about $104,230 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $32.26 and the top 10% earn over $65.76 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Oregon city pays speech-language pathologists the most?
Among Oregon metro areas, Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA has the highest median at $51.40 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Oregon rank for speech-language pathologist pay?
Oregon ranks 6th 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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