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Speech-Language Pathologists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Speech-Language Pathologists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$118,970
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.6% vs 2024
$118,600
Mean Salary
$118,970
Median Salary
$57.20
Hourly Rate
16,930 people work as Speech-Language Pathologists in California
Speech-Language Pathologists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Speech-Language Pathologists in California earn a median salary of $118,970 per year ($9,914/month).
This is 30.3% above the national average of $91,314.
California ranks #1 out of 51 states for Speech-Language Pathologists pay.
Approximately 16,930 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Speech-Language Pathologists
Assess and treat persons with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. May select alternative communication systems and teach their use. May perform research related to speech and language problems.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.12
Active Listening
4.12
Critical Thinking
4.12
Social Perceptiveness
4.12
Writing
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.89
Education and Training
4.17
Customer and Personal Service
4.02
Psychology
4.02
Therapy and Counseling
3.95
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(88.5% of workers)
Salary Range: Speech-Language Pathologists in California
Salaries for Speech-Language Pathologists in California range from $79,750 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $160,900 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $98,920 and $135,070.
How much do Speech-Language Pathologists make in California?
The median annual salary for Speech-Language Pathologists in California is $118,970 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $118,600.
What is the salary range for a Speech-Language Pathologists in California?
Salaries for Speech-Language Pathologists in California range from $79,750 at the 10th percentile to $160,900 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $98,920 and $135,070.
What is the starting salary for a Speech-Language Pathologists in California?
Entry-level Speech-Language Pathologists positions in California typically start around $79,750 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $98,920 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Speech-Language Pathologists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 16,930 people are employed as Speech-Language Pathologists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Speech-Language Pathologists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Speech-Language Pathologists in California is approximately $57.20 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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