Speech-Language Pathologists pay in Denver-Aurora-Centennial
In Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO), the median pay for speech-language pathologists is $53.89 an hour ($112,090 a year). About 2,480 people work in this job there.
That is 15% higher than the U.S. median ($97,870). It is about the same as the Colorado median ($110,750).
Pay range for speech-language pathologists in Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.53 | $73,900 |
| 25% of workers | $45.24 | $94,100 |
| Half of workers (median) | $53.89 | $112,090 |
| 75% of workers | $68.26 | $141,970 |
| 90% of workers | $76.31 | $158,720 |
Speech-Language Pathologists pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $131,620 | 320 |
| Pueblo | $119,670 | 80 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial (this page) | $112,090 | 2,480 |
| Grand Junction | $110,360 | 120 |
| Colorado Springs | $108,140 | 710 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $102,760 | 0 |
| Greeley | $99,150 | 170 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for speech-language pathologists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +16.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 12,500 openings a year (BLS)
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