Healthcare Vancouver, WA Pop. 190,915

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Vancouver, Washington

The median speech-language pathologist salary in Vancouver, WA is $94,647 per year, which is 6.0% above the national median and 10.9% below the Washington state average.

City Median
$94,647
vs State Avg
$-11,608
vs National
+$5,357
Cost of Living
102%

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Vancouver by Experience

In Vancouver, an entry-level speech-language pathologist earns around $65,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,720
+$3,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$95,400
+$5,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$127,200
+$7,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Vancouver, WA

Percentile Vancouver
10th Percentile $63,812
25th Percentile $77,380
Median (50th) $94,647
75th Percentile $114,480
90th Percentile $135,680

Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Other Washington Cities

How to Become a Speech-Language Pathologist in Vancouver

Education

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