Projected Employment Growth: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment for speech-language pathologists will grow by 18% from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. This translates to approximately 13,700 job openings annually, driven by the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as through retirement.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023
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Job Openings vs. Job Seekers: According to the 2024 ASHA Schools Survey, 79% of school-based SLPs reported that there were more job openings than job seekers in their districts. This indicates a strong demand for SLPs in educational settings.
Source: ASHA, 2024
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Full-Time Employment: Among employed SLPs, 87% worked full-time, with the majority being salaried employees.
Source: ASHA, 2024
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State-Specific Salaries: In 2024, median annual salaries for SLPs varied by state, with notable examples including:
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