Speech-Language Pathologists Salary in Milwaukee, WI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI

Median annual salary $87,740 -8% vs national
Median hourly $42.18
10th percentile $59,990
90th percentile $122,760
Employed locally 1,080
National median $95,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,990
    25th
    $72,700
    50th (median)
    $87,740
    75th
    $103,440
    90th
    $122,760

    Milwaukee economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $76,404 2023 • Census ACS
    Speech-Language Pathologists salary vs area income 115% Median Speech-Language Pathologists salary is 15% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Speech-Language Pathologists make per hour in Milwaukee?

    The median hourly wage for Speech-Language Pathologists in Milwaukee, WI is $42.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.85 or more per hour.

    Is Milwaukee above or below average for Speech-Language Pathologists salaries?

    The median Speech-Language Pathologists salary in Milwaukee, WI is 8% below the national median of $95,410. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Speech-Language Pathologists in Milwaukee?

    Entry-level Speech-Language Pathologists (10th percentile) earn around $59,990 per year in Milwaukee, WI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,700.