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Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Jackson, MS is $39,840 per year, which is 17% below the national median and 2.5% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$39,840
vs State Avg
+$960
vs National
$-8,160
Cost of Living
85%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $28,220, while experienced professionals earn up to $58,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,220
$-5,780 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$40,670
$-8,330 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$58,100
$-11,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $26,560
25th Percentile $31,540
Median (50th) $39,840
75th Percentile $51,460
90th Percentile $61,420

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How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Jackson

Education

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