Speech-Language Pathologist Salary in Utah: $96,636 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Utah's 41 metropolitan areas, the average median speech-language pathologist pay sits at $96,636/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1127. Because Utah sits at BEA RPP 98.1 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $98,508 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Murray ($104,176), Salt Lake City ($103,740), West Jordan ($98,899).
In 2026, the average median salary for speech-language pathologists in Utah is projected to be $96,636, which is approximately 5.0% lower than the national median of $101,775. The disparity is more pronounced between cities within Utah; for instance, Murray offers the highest average salary at $108,333, while Ogden provides the lowest at $85,937, indicating a salary gap of $22,396. This difference can be attributed to factors such as the cost of living, local demand for services, and variations in available resources for health and education services. Utah has specific state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that speech-language pathologists must adhere to, which can influence earning potential and job availability. The projected annual growth rate for this profession in Utah is 3.99%, highlighting a steady demand for skilled practitioners over the coming years. With a total of 1,704 employed speech-language pathologists, key urban areas like Salt Lake City and West Jordan also reflect solid salaries, at $107,879 and $102,845 respectively. As the state continues to expand its healthcare and educational services, job opportunities in this field are expected to grow, reinforcing the profession's viability in Utah.
Utah Speech-Language Pathologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Utah: $54,366 (lowest entry-level) to $152,307 (highest top earner)
Utah vs National Average
Utah speech-language pathologists earn 5.05% less than the national median ($-5,139/year difference).
Utah Speech-Language Pathologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Speech-Language Pathologist salaries in Utah range from $61,254 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $131,977 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $96,636. The Utah median is $5,139 below the US national median of $101,775. The average hourly rate is $46.46/hr. Approximately 1,704 speech-language pathologists are employed across 41 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$80,005
2025 BLS Actual
$92,928
2026 Current Est.
$96,636
2019–2027 Growth
+25.6%
Salary Trajectory for Speech-Language Pathologists in Utah (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.99% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $80,005 | Actual |
| 2020 | $75,944 | Actual |
| 2021 | $77,324 | Actual |
| 2022 | $83,651 | Actual |
| 2023 | $85,255 | Actual |
| 2024 | $83,905 | Actual |
| 2025 | $92,928 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $96,636 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $100,492 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Utah metropolitan area, the median speech-language pathologist salary grew 16.2% from $80,005 (2019) to $92,928 (2025). At a 3.99% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $100,492 by 2027 — a total increase of $20,487 (25.61%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Utah metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 3.99% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Utah
Lowest Paying Cities in Utah
Best Value Cities for Speech-Language Pathologists in Utah
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Utah cities offer the most purchasing power for speech-language pathologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray | $108,333 | 98.1 | $110,431 |
| Salt Lake City | $107,879 | 100.868 | $106,951 |
| Logan | $101,224 | 95.927 | $105,522 |
| West Jordan | $102,845 | 98.1 | $104,837 |
| West Valley City | $102,682 | 98.1 | $104,671 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Utah
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $61,254 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $96,636 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $131,977 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Utah metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 41 Cities in Utah
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murray | $108,333 |
| 2 | Salt Lake City | $107,879 |
| 3 | West Jordan | $102,845 |
| 4 | West Valley City | $102,682 |
| 5 | Sandy | $102,476 |
| 6 | South Jordan | $101,891 |
| 7 | St. George | $101,276 |
| 8 | Logan | $101,224 |
| 9 | Draper | $100,961 |
| 10 | Layton | $100,632 |
| 11 | Holladay | $100,241 |
| 12 | Spanish Fork | $100,226 |
| 13 | American Fork | $100,013 |
| 14 | Saratoga Springs | $99,903 |
| 15 | Cedar City | $99,872 |
| 16 | Cottonwood Heights | $99,534 |
| 17 | Midvale | $99,534 |
| 18 | Roy | $99,495 |
| 19 | Tooele | $99,424 |
| 20 | Herriman | $99,389 |
| 21 | Taylorsville | $98,661 |
| 22 | Kaysville | $98,513 |
| 23 | Syracuse | $98,364 |
| 24 | Washington | $98,333 |
| 25 | Millcreek | $97,779 |
| 26 | Bountiful | $97,146 |
| 27 | Clearfield | $96,691 |
| 28 | Pleasant Grove | $96,628 |
| 29 | Springville | $96,031 |
| 30 | Eagle Mountain | $95,992 |
| 31 | Riverton | $95,889 |
| 32 | Vineyard | $95,733 |
| 33 | Highland | $95,261 |
| 34 | Payson | $95,062 |
| 35 | Park City | $94,332 |
| 36 | North Ogden | $94,066 |
| 37 | Clinton | $93,601 |
| 38 | Provo | $89,858 |
| 39 | Orem | $88,912 |
| 40 | Lehi | $88,071 |
| 41 | Ogden | $85,937 |
More Utah Salary Data
Hourly Rates
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Entry Level
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Senior / Experienced
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Written by Jordan Lee, CCC-SLP
Career Analyst
Jordan has over 8 years of experience in speech-language pathology. He specializes in pediatric language disorders. He works in a community health clinic.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 3.99% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 speech-language pathologist compensation across Utah. State averages are employment-weighted across 41 metro areas — larger metro areas with more speech-language pathologistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.99%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for speech-language pathologists (SOC 29-1127).
Compiled and verified by Jordan Lee, CCC-SLP, a licensed speech-language pathologist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov