Healthcare Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median speech-language pathologist salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $76,789 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median

$76,789

vs State Avg

$-5,358

vs National

$-12,501

Cost of Living

86%

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level speech-language pathologist earns around $53,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $103,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$53,320

$-8,680 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$77,400

$-12,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$103,200

$-16,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile	Winston-Salem	NC State	National
10th Percentile	$51,772	$55,384	$60,200
25th Percentile	$62,780	$67,160	$73,000
Median (50th)	$76,789	$82,147	$89,290
75th Percentile	$92,880	$99,360	$108,000
90th Percentile	$110,080	$117,760	$128,000

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Speech-Language Pathologist in Winston-Salem

Education

Most speech-language pathologist positions require a master's degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.