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Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Aurora, CO is $51,360 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$51,360
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$3,360
Cost of Living
105%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $36,380, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,380
+$2,380 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,430
+$3,430 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$74,900
+$4,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $34,240
25th Percentile $40,660
Median (50th) $51,360
75th Percentile $66,340
90th Percentile $79,180

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Other Colorado Cities

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Aurora

Education

Most speech therapy assistant positions require a associate's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.