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Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Omaha, Nebraska

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Omaha, NE is $44,640 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Nebraska state average.

City Median
$44,640
vs State Avg
+$1,440
vs National
$-3,360
Cost of Living
93%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Omaha by Experience

In Omaha, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $31,620, while experienced professionals earn up to $65,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,620
$-2,380 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$45,570
$-3,430 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$65,100
$-4,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Omaha, NE

Percentile Omaha
10th Percentile $29,760
25th Percentile $35,340
Median (50th) $44,640
75th Percentile $57,660
90th Percentile $68,820

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

Bellevue, NE
$44,160
Pop. 64,176
Lincoln, NE
$43,200
Pop. 291,082
Kearney, NE
$41,280
Pop. 33,464
Grand Island, NE
$40,320
Pop. 53,131

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Omaha

Education

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