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Speech-Language Pathologists Salary in Omaha, NE

BLS Official DataUpdated 2025-05-31
Median Annual

$82,650

Mean: $86,290

~$64,467 est. take-home

Hourly Rate

$39.74

Based on 2,080 hrs/yr

Cost of Living

100

100 = national avg

A

Very affordable

Affordability score: 100/100

Monthly surplus

$3,051/mo

Savings rate

55%

Speech-Language Pathologists salary in Omaha, NE — median $82,650/year, range $75,870-$100,260

Salary Distribution

Where the median falls between the 25th and 75th percentile.

25th %

$75,870

Median

$82,650

75th %

$100,260

Median is in the 28th percentile of the typical range

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About Speech-Language Pathologists salaries in Omaha, NE

Speech-Language Pathologists in Omaha, NE earn a median of $82,650 per year, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The mean salary is $86,290, which tends to skew higher because a small number of high earners pull the average up.

Most speech-language pathologists in this area earn between $75,870 and $100,260. Where you land depends on experience, employer type, and whether you have in-demand specializations.

That works out to roughly $39.74 per hour assuming a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual hourly pay may differ for part-time or contract roles.

Career Outlook

↑↑ 18% growthMuch faster than average (BLS 2024–2034)

18% growth. Stroke rehabilitation in older adults, better early screening for kids, and expanded school-based services are all driving demand. Teletherapy opened up a whole new way to deliver services, especially in underserved areas.

Worth knowing: Skilled nursing facilities and home health pay the most for SLPs. School-based jobs pay less but offer better work-life balance and loan forgiveness options through public service programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a speech-language pathologists in Omaha?

The median — where half earn more and half earn less — is $82,650. The average (mean) is $86,290, which is higher because top earners pull it up.

How much does a speech-language pathologists make per hour in Omaha?

About $39.74/hour, based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Part-time or overtime hours will change the actual rate.

What is the salary range for speech-language pathologists in Omaha?

The middle 50% earn between $75,870 and $100,260. Below $75,870 is typically entry-level; above $100,260 usually means significant experience or specialized skills.

Salary Conversion Table

How does $82,650 per year break down across different time periods?

PeriodGrossEst. Take-Home
Yearly$82,650$64,467
Monthly$6,888$5,372
Biweekly$3,179$2,480
Weekly$1,589$1,240
Hourly (40h/wk)$39.74$30.99
Hourly (35h/wk)$45.41$35.42
Hourly (30h/wk)$52.98$41.33
Daily (8h)$318$248

Take-home estimates use an effective tax rate of 22%. Actual amounts vary by filing status, deductions, and state tax.

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