Travel Speech Language Pathologist Salary Guide

Speech language pathologists (SLP) help children and adults assess and correct critical problems with their speech sounds and language. Several patient types benefit from working
with SLPs, including language-delayed children, adults who lost their ability to speak after a brain injury or an illness and seniors who suffered a stroke or similar condition affecting their speech. These professionals also often help those with dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, as a side effect of cancer or another illness.

Education Requirements for Speech Language Pathologists

Most employers require SLPs to have a master’s degree at minimum. Enrolling in a master’s degree program requires a 4-year bachelor’s degree in a related field. Completing your master’s program typically requires an additional 2 years of schooling. The time it takes to complete your education may vary based on your class schedule and the program.

Once you’ve completed your master’s degree, you must complete a 2-year clinical fellowship with approximately 1,260 hours of mentored clinical experience.

Obtaining your education from an accredited institution within the United States and following the requirements for your degree and your state’s governing board helps you
secure high-pay speech language pathologist jobs.

Average Travel Speech Language Pathologist Salary

$2,176/week

The average salary for a Travel Speech Language Pathologist is $2,176 per week. This is 4% higher than the therapy US average of $2,096.

Last updated on November 19, 2024. Based on 5,784 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Salaries for Travel Speech Language Pathologist compared to Therapist National Averages

$2,176/week

4% higher than the therapy US average.

$2,096/week

United States

Where do Travel Speech Language Pathologists get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Alaska$2,747$3,520
Idaho$2,518$2,886
Kentucky$2,397$2,806
California$2,368$4,000
New York$2,367$3,201
Oklahoma$2,350$2,850
North Dakota$2,335$2,738
Alabama$2,299$3,102
Delaware$2,282$2,826
West Virginia$2,275$2,766
Montana$2,262$2,883
Washington$2,252$3,353
South Dakota$2,246$2,906
Massachusetts$2,220$3,561
Georgia$2,217$2,820
South Carolina$2,195$2,846
Kansas$2,190$2,646
Arizona$2,177$3,034
What cities pay the most for Travel Speech Language Pathologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Inglewood, California$3,112$3,112
Pasadena, California$3,112$3,112
Tracy, California$3,096$3,096
San Bernardino, California$3,095$3,095
Everett, Washington$3,093$3,353
Sitka, Alaska$3,015$3,400
Newark, New Jersey$2,999$2,999
Worcester, Massachusetts$2,986$2,998
Chicago, Illinois$2,942$3,038
Palo Alto, California$2,921$3,241
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Speech Language Pathologist jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Curam Staffing$3,324$3,385
Access Healthcare Direct$3,091$3,102
VitalHire$3,000$3,000
Health Advocates Network-Allied$2,999$2,999
HONESTLOVE GLOBAL PROFESSIONAL STAFFING$2,959$3,400
MedSource LLC$2,946$2,946
Consolidated Medical Travel$2,882$2,882
Trailblazer Staffing Solutions$2,835$3,152
Malone Healthcare - Allied$2,806$2,806
LifePoint$2,801$2,914

Last updated on November 19, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

A Nurse holding a file folder

Travel Speech Language Pathologist Career Guide

Use our exclusive Career Guides to research the education, qualifications, skills and responsibilities for a variety of healthcare disciplines and specialties employers are hiring now.

Go to the guide
Was this page helpful?

Get alerts about new jobs and salary trends

Be the first to know about new jobs for Speech Language Pathologists with the salary that suits you.

Ways to Increase Your Speech Language Pathologist Salary

Take High-Paying Travel Contracts

Travel contracts almost always offer higher weekly wages than staff positions or local contracts. If you have the flexibility to spend several weeks or months working in a location
away from your permanent tax home, you could earn considerably more money. You may also reap various other benefits such as paid travel, meals and housing.

Featured Blog Posts

Open article Top 10 Pros and Cons of Being a Speech Language Pathologist
speech language pathologist working with young patient
Top 10 Pros and Cons of Being a Speech Language Pathologist
Do job security and schedule flexibility outweigh heavy workloads and missed holidays?
Open article Top 10 States to Work as a Physical Therapist Today
Physical therapist working with young patient
Top 10 States to Work as a Physical Therapist Today
Learn which state is the very best state for PTs relocating for better job prospects.
Open article Physical Therapist Licensing Requirements by State
Physical therapist licensing requirements
Physical Therapist Licensing Requirements by State
Learn what it takes to practice legally and maintain your PT license.
See more Blog Posts