Healthcare Sitka, AK Pop. 8,458

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Sitka, Alaska

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Sitka, AK is $65,760 per year, which is 37.0% above the national median and 6.2% above the Alaska state average.

City Median
$65,760
vs State Avg
+$3,840
vs National
+$17,760
Cost of Living
132%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Sitka by Experience

In Sitka, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $46,580, while experienced professionals earn up to $95,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 132% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$46,580
+$12,580 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$67,130
+$18,130 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$95,900
+$25,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Sitka, AK

Percentile Sitka
10th Percentile $43,840
25th Percentile $52,060
Median (50th) $65,760
75th Percentile $84,940
90th Percentile $101,380

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Other Alaska Cities

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Sitka

Education

Most speech therapy assistant positions require a associate's degree. Sitka and the surrounding Alaska area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Speech TherapyPatient CareDocumentationCommunicationPatienceTherapy Equipment

Job Outlook

Nationally, speech therapy assistant employment is projected to grow 18% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Sitka may vary based on local industry and population growth.