Speech-Language Pathologists Salary in District of Columbia
Speech-Language Pathologists in District of Columbia earn a median of $109,380 a year, +12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $109,380
- vs. U.S. median
- +12% ($97,870)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,800; the top 10% earn over $137,140. Nationally the range is $62,900 to $134,160.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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- Special Education Teachers, Secondary School$99,670 median in District of Columbia
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Speech-Language Pathologists pay in District of Columbia
How much do speech-language pathologists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $109,380 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,800 and the top 10% earn over $137,140. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for speech-language pathologists?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 51 (+12% vs. the national median of $97,870). Living costs are not included.