Healthcare Gresham, OR Pop. 113,103

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Gresham, Oregon

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Gresham, OR is $52,800 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 1.8% below the Oregon state average.

City Median
$52,800
vs State Avg
$-960
vs National
+$4,800
Cost of Living
108%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Gresham by Experience

In Gresham, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $37,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 108% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,400
+$3,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$53,900
+$4,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$77,000
+$7,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Gresham, OR

Percentile Gresham
10th Percentile $35,200
25th Percentile $41,800
Median (50th) $52,800
75th Percentile $68,200
90th Percentile $81,400

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How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Gresham

Education

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