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Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Norfolk, Virginia

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Norfolk, VA is $47,040 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 7.5% below the Virginia state average.

City Median
$47,040
vs State Avg
$-3,840
vs National
$-960
Cost of Living
96%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Norfolk by Experience

In Norfolk, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $33,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $68,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,320
$-680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$48,020
$-980 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$68,600
$-1,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Norfolk, VA

Percentile Norfolk
10th Percentile $31,360
25th Percentile $37,240
Median (50th) $47,040
75th Percentile $60,760
90th Percentile $72,520

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Other Virginia Cities

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Norfolk

Education

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