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Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Buffalo, New York

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Buffalo, NY is $46,560 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 23.6% below the New York state average.

City Median
$46,560
vs State Avg
$-14,400
vs National
$-1,440
Cost of Living
92%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Buffalo by Experience

In Buffalo, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $32,980, while experienced professionals earn up to $67,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,980
$-1,020 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$47,530
$-1,470 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$67,900
$-2,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Buffalo, NY

Percentile Buffalo
10th Percentile $31,040
25th Percentile $36,860
Median (50th) $46,560
75th Percentile $60,140
90th Percentile $71,780

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How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Buffalo

Education

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