Healthcare Helena, MT Pop. 32,315

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Helena, Montana

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Helena, MT is $44,160 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% below the Montana state average.

City Median
$44,160
vs State Avg
$-480
vs National
$-3,840
Cost of Living
94%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Helena by Experience

In Helena, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $31,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $64,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 94% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,280
$-2,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$45,080
$-3,920 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$64,400
$-5,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Helena, MT

Percentile Helena
10th Percentile $29,440
25th Percentile $34,960
Median (50th) $44,160
75th Percentile $57,040
90th Percentile $68,080

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How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Helena

Education

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