Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Chicago, IL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$94,440
Hourly Rate
$45.40
/hour
Jobs in Area
221
employed
Speech-Language Pathologist Salary Range in Chicago, IL
Annual Salary Range
$61k
10th percentile
$78k
25th
$112k
75th
$136k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $61,381 | $29.51 |
| 25th Percentile | $77,979 | $37.49 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $94,440 | $45.40 |
| 75th Percentile | $112,423 | $54.05 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $136,371 | $65.56 |
| Average (Mean) | $102,076 | $49.08 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Speech-Language Pathologist salary in Chicago, IL is $94,440 per year or $45.40 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Chicago, IL Compares
vs National Average
$89,290
vs Illinois Average
$88,837
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$89,602
Cost of living in Chicago, IL is 5.4% above the national average.
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