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Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Tucson, Arizona

The median speech-language pathologist salary in Tucson, AZ is $83,040 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 4.1% below the Arizona state average.

City Median
$83,040
vs State Avg
$-3,571
vs National
$-6,250
Cost of Living
93%

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Tucson by Experience

In Tucson, an entry-level speech-language pathologist earns around $57,660, while experienced professionals earn up to $111,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,660
$-4,340 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$83,700
$-6,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$111,600
$-8,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Tucson, AZ

Percentile Tucson
10th Percentile $55,986
25th Percentile $67,890
Median (50th) $83,040
75th Percentile $100,440
90th Percentile $119,040

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Other Arizona Cities

How to Become a Speech-Language Pathologist in Tucson

Education

Most speech-language pathologist positions require a master's degree. Tucson and the surrounding Arizona area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Speech AssessmentLanguage TherapySwallowing TherapyAAC DevicesDocumentationPatient Education

Job Outlook

Nationally, speech-language pathologist employment is projected to grow 19% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Tucson may vary based on local industry and population growth.