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Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Pittsburgh, PA is $46,080 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 3% below the Pennsylvania state average.

City Median
$46,080
vs State Avg
$-1,440
vs National
$-1,920
Cost of Living
93%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Pittsburgh by Experience

In Pittsburgh, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $32,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $67,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,640
$-1,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$47,040
$-1,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$67,200
$-2,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pittsburgh, PA

Percentile Pittsburgh
10th Percentile $30,720
25th Percentile $36,480
Median (50th) $46,080
75th Percentile $59,520
90th Percentile $71,040

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Other Pennsylvania Cities

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Pittsburgh

Education

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