Healthcare Columbia, MO Pop. 126,254

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Columbia, Missouri

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Columbia, MO is $42,240 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 0.0% above the Missouri state average.

City Median
$42,240
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-5,760
Cost of Living
88%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Columbia by Experience

In Columbia, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $29,920, while experienced professionals earn up to $61,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$29,920
$-4,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$43,120
$-5,880 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$61,600
$-8,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbia, MO

Percentile Columbia
10th Percentile $28,160
25th Percentile $33,440
Median (50th) $42,240
75th Percentile $54,560
90th Percentile $65,120

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Other Missouri Cities

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Columbia

Education

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