Healthcare Aberdeen, SD Pop. 28,324

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Aberdeen, South Dakota

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Aberdeen, SD is $40,320 per year, which is 16% below the national median and 4.5% below the South Dakota state average.

City Median
$40,320
vs State Avg
$-1,920
vs National
$-7,680
Cost of Living
84%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Aberdeen by Experience

In Aberdeen, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $28,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $58,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,560
$-5,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$41,160
$-7,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$58,800
$-11,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aberdeen, SD

Percentile Aberdeen
10th Percentile $26,880
25th Percentile $31,920
Median (50th) $40,320
75th Percentile $52,080
90th Percentile $62,160

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Other South Dakota Cities

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Aberdeen

Education

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