Healthcare Portland, OR Pop. 652,503

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median speech-language pathologist salary in Portland, OR is $107,148 per year, which is 20.0% above the national median and 7.1% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$107,148
vs State Avg
+$7,143
vs National
+$17,858
Cost of Living
118%

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level speech-language pathologist earns around $74,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $144,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$74,400
+$12,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$108,000
+$18,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$144,000
+$24,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $72,240
25th Percentile $87,600
Median (50th) $107,148
75th Percentile $129,600
90th Percentile $153,600

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Other Oregon Cities

How to Become a Speech-Language Pathologist in Portland

Education

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