Healthcare Vancouver, WA Pop. 190,915

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Vancouver, Washington

The median speech therapy assistant salary in Vancouver, WA is $50,880 per year, which is 6.0% above the national median and 10.9% below the Washington state average.

City Median
$50,880
vs State Avg
$-6,240
vs National
+$2,880
Cost of Living
102%

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Vancouver by Experience

In Vancouver, an entry-level speech therapy assistant earns around $36,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,040
+$2,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$51,940
+$2,940 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$74,200
+$4,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Vancouver, WA

Percentile Vancouver
10th Percentile $33,920
25th Percentile $40,280
Median (50th) $50,880
75th Percentile $65,720
90th Percentile $78,440

Speech Therapy Assistant Salary in Other Washington Cities

How to Become a Speech Therapy Assistant in Vancouver

Education

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