Speech-Language Pathologists Salary in New Jersey
Speech-Language Pathologists in New Jersey earn a median of $101,560 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,560
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($97,870)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,840
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,620; the top 10% earn over $167,230. Nationally the range is $62,900 to $134,160.
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Speech-Language Pathologists pay in New Jersey
How much do speech-language pathologists make in New Jersey?
The median is $101,560 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,620 and the top 10% earn over $167,230. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for speech-language pathologists?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $97,870). Living costs are not included.