Healthcare Ohio (OH) Rank #31 of 50

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Ohio

The median speech-language pathologist salary in Ohio is $82,147 per year, which is 8% below the national median of $89,290.

Median Salary

$82,147

vs National

$-7,143

State Rank

#31 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level speech-language pathologist earns around $57,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,400 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$57,040

$-4,960 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$82,800

$-7,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$110,400

$-9,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$55,384	$60,200	$-4,816
25th Percentile	$67,160	$73,000	$-5,840
Median (50th)	$82,147	$89,290	$-7,143
75th Percentile	$99,360	$108,000	$-8,640
90th Percentile	$117,760	$128,000	$-10,240

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for speech-language pathologists in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$86,611

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$78,575

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$82,147

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$75,004

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$76,789

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Speech-Language Pathologist in Ohio

Education

Most speech-language pathologist positions require a master's degree. Ohio has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Speech AssessmentLanguage TherapySwallowing TherapyAAC DevicesDocumentationPatient Education

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, speech-language pathologist employment is projected to grow 19% over the next decade (much faster than average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.