GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiology — Federal Salary & Workforce Data (2026)
Federal Speech-Language Pathologist — GS-0665. The verified average salary for GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiologys is $115,215/year (OPM FedScope, 2026). Data from 2,473 non-redacted OPM records (April 2026).
Salary Source: OPM Federal Workforce Data (EHRI Snapshot, April 2026) • Records included: 2,473 • Redaction rate: 7.8%
GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiology — Pay at a Glance
Salary and workforce snapshot from OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026.
The GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiology series showed 2,473 non-redacted federal employees in the April 2026 OPM snapshot. The verified average salary is $115,215/year (OPM FedScope, 2026). Use our GS Pay Calculator for your exact salary by grade, step, and location.
Salary = base pay + locality pay; excludes benefits. REDACTED records (OPM data release policy) are excluded from averages. Pay plan: Title 38 (VA) / General Schedule (GS). View occupation salary detail on OPM FedScope →
GS-0665 Employment Overview
| Metric | Value | Source & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Series Salary | $115,215 | OPM EHRI Snapshot (April 2026). 2,473 non-redacted records. Base + locality pay; excludes benefits. |
| Non-redacted records (sample size) | 2,473 | OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026. REDACTED records excluded per OPM data release policy. |
| Redaction rate | 7.8% | OPM redacts salary records for privacy-sensitive positions (DoD, law enforcement, intelligence). FedTools suppresses series averages when redaction exceeds 20%. |
| Pay plan(s) | Title 38 (VA) / General Schedule (GS) | Primary pay plan(s) used for this occupational series in the federal government. |
| Typical grades | GS-9 to GS-13 (GS); SLP-I to SLP-IV (VA Title 38) | Most common grade range for this series. Actual assignment depends on the position description and agency. |
| Locality pay | 17.06% – 46.34% | Varies by duty station across 58 OPM pay areas. Rate x base pay = locality supplement. Included in the average salary above. |
| Pay cap (2026) | $197,200 | Executive Schedule Level IV. Applies to GS employees whose locality-adjusted salary would exceed this amount. Title 38 and special pay plans may exceed this cap. |
Top Agencies Employing GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiologys
Based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026). Actual grade, step, and locality assignment varies by position and location.
- →Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- →Department of Defense (DoD)
- →Indian Health Service (IHS / HHS)
Key Duties — GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiology
Representative duties for the 0665 occupational series based on OPM classification standards. Specific responsibilities vary by position and agency.
- →Evaluation and treatment of speech, language, and swallowing disorders
- →Traumatic brain injury rehabilitation and cognitive-communication therapy (VA/DoD)
- →Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device assessment
- →Voice disorders evaluation (polytrauma, blast injury)
- →Dysphagia evaluation and feeding therapy
About the GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiology Series
Federal speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and audiologists work primarily at VA medical centers, treating veterans with communication and swallowing disorders resulting from TBI, stroke, polytrauma, and age-related conditions. The series code covers both SLPs and audiologists; most federal positions are SLP-designated. VA compensates SLPs under Title 38, allowing above-GS-cap pay to compete with private healthcare. All positions require a Master's degree and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP or CCC-A).
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GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiology — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiology?
The verified average salary for the GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiology series is $115,215 as of 2026, based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot data (2,473 non-redacted records; 7.8% redaction rate). Use our GS Pay Calculator to find your exact pay by grade, step, and duty station.
What GS grades apply to the 0665 series?
The GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiology series typically spans GS-9 to GS-13 (GS); SLP-I to SLP-IV (VA Title 38). Actual grade assignment depends on the position description, agency, and your qualifications. Use our GS Pay Calculator to look up the exact salary for any grade, step, and locality.
Which agencies employ GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiologys?
The largest federal employers of GS-0665 Speech Pathology And Audiologys include: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Department of Defense (DoD), Indian Health Service (IHS / HHS). These figures are based on the OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026).
How is federal pay determined for GS-0665 positions?
Federal civilian pay for GS positions = Base Pay (by grade and step) × (1 + Locality Rate). The GS table has 15 grades (GS-1 through GS-15) and 10 steps per grade. Locality adjustments range from 17.06% (Rest of U.S.) to 46.34% in San Jose–San Francisco. Note: Some Speech Pathology And Audiology positions (especially at VA) use Title 38 or special pay plans that allow above-GS-cap compensation. Use our GS Pay Calculator for an instant result.
Do GS-0665 federal employees receive FERS retirement benefits?
Yes, most GS-0665 positions qualify for the full federal benefits package: FERS pension (1–1.1% × High-3 Salary × Years of Service), TSP with up to 5% agency match, FEHB health insurance (government pays ~70% of premium), FEGLI life insurance, and FEDVIP dental/vision. Use our FERS Retirement Calculator to estimate your retirement income.
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Data Accuracy Notice (YMYL): Salary figures are from the OPM Federal Workforce Data portal (EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026). The annualized_adjusted_basic_pay field captures base pay + locality pay under all pay plans (GS, Title 38, special rates). REDACTED records are excluded per OPM data release policy. FedTools publishes series-specific averages only when the non-redacted sample is representative (redaction ≤ 20%, n ≥ 50). This page does not constitute financial or career advice. Always verify current pay rates with your agency HR office and OPM.gov.