The Average Salary of an Audiologist
Audiologists diagnose and help treat hearing problems in children and adults. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the field of audiology will grow by 10 percent through 2016, resulting in the creation of 1,200 jobs.
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General Average Salary
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In May 2008, audiologists averaged an annual salary of $65,500.
Largest Employers
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The largest employers of audiologists in May 2008 were physicians' offices, offices of other health practitioners such as chiropractors, health and personal care stores, elementary and secondary schools, and general hospitals. Audiologists employed in these areas earned average salaries of $63,060, $70,180, $64,450, $64,320 and $68,090, respectively.
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Highest-Paying Employers
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In 2008, the highest-paying employers of audiologists were outpatient care centers, electromedical instruments manufacturers, and psychiatric and substance abuse hospitals. Professionals working in these fields averaged $70,900 to $75,280.
Largest Areas
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The states with the highest concentration of audiologists in May 2008 were West Virginia, Tennessee, Iowa, Colorado and Oregon, where audiologists earned average salaries of $61,010, $88,140, $60,480, $51,100 and $65,380, respectively.
Highest-Paying Areas
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In May 2008, the states with the highest-paid audiologists were Tennessee, California, Hawaii, Massachusetts and New York, where workers received average incomes of $72,210 to $88,140.
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