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The average salary for an audiologist in the United States is approximately $55,657 annually, translating to about $27 per hour. Salaries vary significantly based on factors such as location, experience, and specialization. For instance, audiologists in states like California and Massachusetts often report higher earnings due to demand and cost of living.
Entry-level positions may offer lower salaries, while experienced audiologists can earn upwards of $75,000 annually. Specializations, such as pediatric audiology or research, can also affect earnings. By continually developing skills and seeking advanced certifications, audiologists can enhance their marketability and income potential.
Highest paying states for audiologists include California, New York, and Texas. Urban areas typically offer more job opportunities and competitive salaries compared to rural locations. Additionally, audiologists working in hospitals or specialized clinics often earn more than those in private practice.
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The average audiologist salary in Alaska, Maryland, and California are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average audiologist salary states are Wisconsin, Tennessee, and Indiana.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Virginia | $67,832 | $32.61 |
| 2 | Maryland | $76,588 | $36.82 |
| 3 | Connecticut | $66,548 | $31.99 |
| 4 | California | $75,825 | $36.45 |
| 5 | Delaware | $65,271 | $31.38 |
| 6 | New Hampshire | $62,316 | $29.96 |
| 7 | Massachusetts | $64,240 | $30.88 |
| 8 | Rhode Island | $65,591 | $31.53 |
| 9 | Alaska | $85,508 | $41.11 |
| 10 | Vermont | $58,775 | $28.26 |
| 11 | Ohio | $68,204 | $32.79 |
| 12 | Maine | $67,697 | $32.55 |
| 13 | Louisiana | $58,692 | $28.22 |
| 14 | South Carolina | $56,408 | $27.12 |
| 15 | Kentucky | $58,013 | $27.89 |
| 16 | Michigan | $56,325 | $27.08 |
| 17 | Virginia | $57,085 | $27.44 |
| 18 | New York | $59,948 | $28.82 |
| 19 | Hawaii | $58,811 | $28.27 |
| 20 | Texas | $55,195 | $26.54 |
| 21 | Minnesota | $61,128 | $29.39 |
| 22 | North Dakota | $51,317 | $24.67 |
| 23 | Arizona | $54,413 | $26.16 |
| 24 | Nevada | $55,772 | $26.81 |
| 25 | Pennsylvania | $55,605 | $26.73 |
| 26 | North Carolina | $50,801 | $24.42 |
| 27 | Illinois | $51,369 | $24.70 |
| 28 | District of Columbia | $63,234 | $30.40 |
| 29 | New Jersey | $57,625 | $27.70 |
| 30 | Mississippi | $51,922 | $24.96 |
| 31 | South Dakota | $49,422 | $23.76 |
| 32 | Florida | $47,143 | $22.66 |
| 33 | Georgia | $51,779 | $24.89 |
| 34 | New Mexico | $46,385 | $22.30 |
| 35 | Missouri | $49,359 | $23.73 |
| 36 | Iowa | $44,904 | $21.59 |
| 37 | Washington | $48,242 | $23.19 |
| 38 | Wyoming | $47,020 | $22.61 |
| 39 | Oregon | $48,287 | $23.21 |
| 40 | Nebraska | $46,658 | $22.43 |
| 41 | Oklahoma | $48,877 | $23.50 |
| 42 | Kansas | $41,286 | $19.85 |
| 43 | Montana | $46,107 | $22.17 |
| 44 | Colorado | $46,295 | $22.26 |
| 45 | Idaho | $45,584 | $21.92 |
| 46 | Wisconsin | $43,032 | $20.69 |
| 47 | Utah | $45,842 | $22.04 |
| 48 | Indiana | $41,446 | $19.93 |
| 49 | Tennessee | $42,380 | $20.38 |
| 50 | Arkansas | $38,730 | $18.62 |
| 51 | Alabama | $37,238 | $17.90 |
The highest-paying cities for audiologists are Redwood City, CA, Columbus, OH, and Hartford, CT.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Redwood City, CA | $78,949 | $37.96 |
| 2 | Columbus, OH | $66,594 | $32.02 |
| 3 | Hartford, CT | $66,023 | $31.74 |
| 4 | Boston, MA | $63,925 | $30.73 |
| 5 | Eden Prairie, MN | $60,480 | $29.08 |
| 6 | New York, NY | $59,839 | $28.77 |
| 7 | Jersey City, NJ | $57,387 | $27.59 |
| 8 | San Antonio, TX | $57,370 | $27.58 |
| 9 | Detroit, MI | $56,681 | $27.25 |
| 10 | Phoenix, AZ | $54,133 | $26.03 |
| 11 | Jacksonville, NC | $52,290 | $25.14 |
| 12 | Glenview, IL | $52,119 | $25.06 |
| 13 | Atlanta, GA | $51,404 | $24.71 |
| 14 | Alamogordo, NM | $49,056 | $23.58 |
| 15 | Seattle, WA | $48,270 | $23.21 |
| 16 | Kansas City, MO | $47,723 | $22.94 |
| 17 | Miami, FL | $47,264 | $22.72 |
| 18 | Portland, OR | $47,264 | $22.72 |
| 19 | Denver, CO | $46,050 | $22.14 |
| 20 | Pocatello, ID | $43,996 | $21.15 |
An audiologist's salary ranges from $25,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $121,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $121,000 | $10,083 | $58 |
| 75th Percentile | $83,000 | $6,917 | $40 |
| Average | $55,657 | $4,638 | $27 |
| 25th Percentile | $36,000 | $3,000 | $17 |
| 10th Percentile | $25,000 | $2,083 | $12 |
The highest paying types of audiologists are audiology doctor, pediatric audiologist, and hearing therapist.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Audiologist | $65,143 | $5,429 | $31.32 | 53,776 |
Audiologist salaries at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation Inc. and Scripps Health are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average audiologist salary at companies like Erlanger Health System and OSF HealthCare are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation Inc. | $219,441 | $105.50 |
| 2 | Scripps Health | $215,527 | $103.62 |
| 3 | Erlanger Health System | $215,032 | $103.38 |
| 4 | OSF HealthCare | $211,826 | $101.84 |
| 5 | Essentia Health | $209,505 | $100.72 |
| 6 | UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital | $201,443 | $96.85 |
| 7 | Sanford Health | $183,441 | $88.19 |
| 8 | St. Joseph's Health | $180,126 | $86.60 |
| 9 | Atrium Health Floyd | $166,045 | $79.83 |
| 10 | Doctors Medical Ctr | $164,614 | $79.14 |
| 11 | Children's Hospital of Michigan | $163,736 | $78.72 |
| 12 | SSM Health | $162,822 | $78.28 |
| 13 | SEARHC | $162,038 | $77.90 |
| 14 | University Health | $158,664 | $76.28 |
| 15 | Novant Health | $157,081 | $75.52 |
| 16 | University Hospitals | $155,213 | $74.62 |
| 17 | Kaiser Permanente | $153,359 | $73.73 |
| 18 | CHRISTUS Health | $151,500 | $72.84 |
| 19 | Beaumont Health | $146,784 | $70.57 |
| 20 | St. Joseph Healthcare | $145,383 | $69.90 |
The average audiologist salary has risen by $8,682 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average audiologist earned $46,975 annually, but today, they earn $55,657 a year. That works out to a 7% change in pay for audiologists over the last decade.
Compare audiologist salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare audiologist salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $55,700 | $26.76 | +4.2% |
| 2025 | $53,300 | $25.63 | +2.2% |
| 2024 | $52,100 | $25.07 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | $52,100 | $25.07 | -0.1% |
| 2022 | $52,200 | $25.09 | +1.4% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutterhealth | Audiologist II-Audiology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery | San Francisco, CA | 06/30/2025 | $125,450 |
| Doc's Drugs | Audiologist | Fort Stewart, GA | 06/30/2025 | $130,438 |
| Doc's Drugs | Audiologist | Ceiba, PR | 06/30/2025 | $130,438 |
| Doc's Drugs | Audiologist | Little Rock, AR | 06/30/2025 | $130,438 |
| Searhc | Audiologist | Sitka, AK | 06/29/2025 | $81,247 |
| Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | Audiologist I | Skokie, IL | 06/28/2025 | $76,960 |
| Essentia Health | Audiologist | Duluth, MN | 06/28/2025 | $97,843 |
| Northwestern Medicine | Audiologist Days | Winfield, IL | 06/28/2025 | $84,983 |
| QTC Medical Group California | Audiologist STF | Sacramento, CA | 06/28/2025 | $90,000 |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | Audiologist | Roseburg, OR | 06/28/2025 | $73,939 |
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