Audiologists
Job Zone 5 - Extensive preparation needed
Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.
Median pay: $95,780/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +9.5% projected growth, 2024–2034 — much faster than average.
About 700 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Maintain patient records at all stages, including initial and subsequent evaluation and treatment activities.
• Evaluate hearing and balance disorders to determine diagnoses and courses of treatment.
• Fit, dispense, and repair assistive devices, such as hearing aids.
• Administer hearing tests and examine patients to collect information on type and degree of impairment, using specialized instruments and electronic equipment.
• Monitor patients' progress and provide ongoing observation of hearing or balance status.
• Instruct patients, parents, teachers, or employers in communication strategies to maximize effective receptive communication.
• Counsel and instruct patients and their families in techniques to improve hearing and communication related to hearing loss.
• Refer patients to additional medical or educational services, if needed.
What's the median pay for Audiologists?
The median pay for Audiologists is $95,780 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Audiologists?
Employment for Audiologists is projected to change +9.5% from 2024 to 2034 - much faster than average.
What education is typically required for Audiologists?
Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Audiologists?
About 700 openings per year, on average, over the decade.