Healthcare Delaware (DE) Rank #15 of 50

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Delaware

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Delaware is $49,440 per year, which is 3.0% above the national median of $48,000.

Median Salary
$49,440
vs National
+$1,440
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $35,020, while experienced professionals earn up to $72,100 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,020
+$1,020 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$50,470
+$1,470 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$72,100
+$2,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $32,960
25th Percentile $39,140
Median (50th) $49,440
75th Percentile $63,860
90th Percentile $76,220

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for speech therapy assistants in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$51,360
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$47,040
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$49,920
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$48,000
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$48,480
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Delaware

Education

Most speech therapy assistant positions require a associate's degree. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Speech TherapyPatient CareDocumentationCommunicationPatienceTherapy Equipment

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, speech therapy assistant employment is projected to grow 18% over the next decade (much faster than average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.