Speech-Language Pathologists pay in Columbus
In Columbus (OH), the median pay for speech-language pathologists is $46.38 an hour ($96,460 a year). About 1,390 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($97,870). It is 3% higher than the Ohio median ($93,300).
Pay range for speech-language pathologists in Columbus (OH)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.47 | $65,460 |
| 25% of workers | $37.51 | $78,010 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.38 | $96,460 |
| 75% of workers | $52.06 | $108,280 |
| 90% of workers | $57.79 | $120,200 |
Speech-Language Pathologists pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $98,900 | 1,180 |
| Akron | $98,800 | 410 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $96,920 | 490 |
| Columbus (this page) | $96,460 | 1,390 |
| Cincinnati | $95,930 | 1,690 |
| Canton-Massillon | $95,030 | 290 |
| Toledo | $89,010 | 310 |
| Springfield | $82,030 | 50 |
| Sandusky | $82,020 | 60 |
| Lima | $80,810 | 80 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $79,160 | 260 |
| Mansfield | $77,570 | 50 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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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