Speech therapy (logopedia) is a specialised field at the intersection of healthcare and education in Poland. Salaries for speech therapists range from 4,806 PLN gross (the 2026 minimum wage) per month for newly graduated practitioners to 15,000 PLN gross for experienced specialists with established private practices. The national average stands at approximately 7,500 PLN gross, equating to roughly 5,520 PLN net on a standard employment contract.
What does a speech therapist do?
Speech therapists (logopedzi) diagnose and treat disorders related to communication, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing. They work with clients of all ages — from infants with feeding difficulties and children with developmental language delays to adults recovering from stroke or traumatic brain injury. In educational settings, speech therapists support pupils with dyslexia, articulation difficulties, and selective mutism. In medical environments, they treat conditions such as aphasia, dysarthria, and dysphagia following neurological events.
Work environments and salary differences
Speech therapists employed in public schools and kindergartens earn salaries regulated by the Teachers' Charter, which provides stability but can limit growth. Those working in medical facilities — hospitals, rehabilitation centres, or specialist clinics — are subject to healthcare sector pay scales. Private practice offers the highest earning potential: a well-established logopedist seeing 20–30 clients per week at market rates can earn 10,000–15,000 PLN or more per month. Many speech therapists combine part-time salaried roles with private appointments.
Key factors affecting salary
- Specialisation: Aphasia, AAC (augmentative and alternative communication), and paediatric feeding therapy specialists command premium rates.
- Private practice: Self-employed speech therapists can set their own rates and typically earn more than salaried colleagues.
- Location: Urban areas — particularly Warsaw, Krakow, and Poznan — offer a larger private client base and higher session fees.
- Postgraduate training: Certification in specific therapeutic approaches (e.g., Hanen, PROMPT, voice therapy) significantly raises marketability.
Career development
The speech therapy profession in Poland is expanding, supported by growing awareness of communication disorders and increasing access to early diagnosis for children. Career paths include senior clinician, specialist supervisor, academic researcher, and independent private practitioner. Use our salary calculator to determine your net pay from any gross salary amount.