Healthcare Portland, OR Pop. 652,503

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Portland, OR is $57,600 per year, which is 20.0% above the national median and 7.1% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$57,600
vs State Avg
+$3,840
vs National
+$9,600
Cost of Living
118%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $40,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $84,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,800
+$6,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$58,800
+$9,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$84,000
+$14,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $38,400
25th Percentile $45,600
Median (50th) $57,600
75th Percentile $74,400
90th Percentile $88,800

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Other Oregon Cities

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Portland

Education

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