Speech-Language Pathologists Salary in California
Speech-Language Pathologists in California earn a median of $118,970 a year, +22% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $118,970
- vs. U.S. median
- +22% ($97,870)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 16,930
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,750; the top 10% earn over $160,900. Nationally the range is $62,900 to $134,160.
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Speech-Language Pathologists pay in California
How much do speech-language pathologists make in California?
The median is $118,970 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,750 and the top 10% earn over $160,900. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for speech-language pathologists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+22% vs. the national median of $97,870). Living costs are not included.