Healthcare Las Cruces, NM Pop. 111,385

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Las Cruces, NM is $41,280 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 5.5% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$41,280
vs State Avg
$-2,400
vs National
$-6,720
Cost of Living
88%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Las Cruces by Experience

In Las Cruces, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $29,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $60,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$29,240
$-4,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$42,140
$-6,860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$60,200
$-9,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Cruces, NM

Percentile Las Cruces
10th Percentile $27,520
25th Percentile $32,680
Median (50th) $41,280
75th Percentile $53,320
90th Percentile $63,640

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How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Las Cruces

Education

Most speech therapy assistant positions require a associate's degree. Las Cruces and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Las Cruces may vary based on local industry and population growth.