Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in California
Across 651 live Speech-Language Pathologist listings in California, median advertised pay is $135K (75th percentile $146K), based on the 416 that state a salary; California ranks 2nd of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Learning Services (42), FeldCare Connects (40), Kaiser Permanente (25).
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Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 15, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
651+ Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in California Available Now
These 416 roles pay ~$135k median with 2.8/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Speech Pathologist
Encompass HealthBakersfield, CA
Speech Language Pathologist - Clinic Based
Speech Language Pathologist CFY/Grad Student
Little Scholars ServicesHuntington Beach, CA
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How California Compares for Speech-Language Pathologist Pay
California against neighboring states and the top payers, from our own speech-language pathologist postings over the last 12 months — not a salary survey.
Speech-Language Pathologist roles in California advertise $16k above the $99k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Alaska leads at $120k.
| State | Median pay | vs CA | WLB | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California (this page) | $115k | — | 4.8/10 | 1607 |
| Alaska#1 | $120k | +$5k | 5.6/10 | 51 |
| Washington#3 | $113k | −$2k | 4.8/10 | 385 |
| Oregonborders | $112k | −$3k | 4.5/10 | 180 |
| District of Columbia#5 | $111k | −$4k | 5.3/10 | 21 |
| Hawaii#6 | $110k | −$5k | 4.1/10 | 47 |
| Nevadaborders | $103k | −$12k | 4.7/10 | 83 |
| Arizonaborders | $101k | −$14k | 4.7/10 | 385 |
“borders” = shares a border with California; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states.
Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in California: Market Overview & Work-Life Balance
Listing snapshot: this overview summarizes the jobs loaded on this page. Market comparisons use the separate scope and time period labeled in their section.
California offers a competitive market for healthcare professionals seeking speech-language pathologist jobs in california. With 651+ open positions, clinicians have strong options for career growth and work-life balance.
Every listing is evaluated using WeekdayDoc's proprietary work-life balance scoring system. Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in California on this page have an average score of 5.5/10. This data helps clinicians quickly identify positions that match their lifestyle priorities without reading through hundreds of job descriptions.
Leading employers currently hiring for speech-language pathologist jobs in california include TheraEd Staffing Group, Encompass Health, Eleutheria, Cortica, and more. Positions span speech-language pathologist jobs california. New jobs are added daily as healthcare organizations expand their teams.
Among the top-rated employers hiring for speech-language pathologist jobs in california, BetterHelp (score: 95.9/100), Talkiatry (score: 95.0/100), Hiaah (score: 94.5/100) have earned WeekdayDoc's Top Employer designation based on our proprietary ranking system. This ranking evaluates burnout scores (40%), salary competitiveness (30%), and work-life balance features like no-call and remote options (30%). See the full rankings on our Top Employers page.
According to WeekdayDoc's Market Pulse — which tracks real-time compensation data from thousands of active job postings — the current median salary is $105K, trending up 3.4% over the past quarter. This data is derived from 31,769+ job postings analyzed over the past 12 months — updated daily, unlike annual survey-based reports. Explore salary trends and burnout data on our Market Pulse dashboard.
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About Speech-Language Pathologist jobs in California.
How much do speech-language pathologists earn in California?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of speech-language pathologists. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid speech-language pathologists jobs available?
Some speech-language pathologists roles offer remote or hybrid flexibility. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which speech-language pathologists jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every speech-language pathologist role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring speech-language pathologists in California right now?
Employers currently hiring for speech-language pathologist roles include TheraEd Staffing Group, Encompass Health, Eleutheria, Cortica, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many speech-language pathologist jobs in california are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 651 speech-language pathologists positions in California listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in California
Learning Services42 open roles here · WLB 75/100
FeldCare Connects40 open roles here · WLB 75/100Kaiser Permanente25 open roles here · WLB 57/100
Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy20 open roles here · WLB 75/100PACS20 open roles here · WLB 78/100
Eleutheria19 open roles here · WLB 77/100
Adventist Health15 open roles here · WLB 58/100