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I have had similar worries about my son who is almost one year and I have been doing a lot of reading about it. We are planning to talk to his ped at his check up next week. In fact I have already called Early Intervention to make sure that there is not a waiting list or anything to get evaluated.
First, try not to worry. There is lots of variation in when kids speak and the overwhelming odds are your DD is just fine. I know how hard this is, but if you are like me then the worry stresses you out and creeps into your interaction with your child. I really had to do some soul-searching and work hard on my attitude b/c my anxiety was robbing me of any joy in my son.
Second, if you haven't already, talk to your ped about your concerns. If you don't have a checkup soon, make one ASAP.
Third, if you are still concerned after your ped visit or maybe even before, call Early Intervention in your area. Google for the number in your area. Assuming you are in the US, most places (maybe even all) provide FREE evaluation and if necessary, therapy. If your ped doesn't think you need a referral but you do, you can refer yourself. Get professionals to evaluate your child. This will achieve 2 important goals. It will help you stop worrying, because you will either confirm that everything is fine, or you will get some help dealing with the situation if there is one. Also, if your DD could benefit from therapy, the earlier she gets it the better the outcome. I have heard this OVER and OVER from parents and professionals. The wait-and-see approach is not the best one in these cases because early therapy can make a huge difference.
Best of luck to you.

Every child will develop at their own pace. As long as DD's hearing is good don't worry about it. Have you guys tried using some sign language? Sometimes children get frustrated when they can't say the word they want but, know the meaning of it. Is she in daycare with older children? Sometimes being around older children who already speak can be frustrating as well if the child is sensitive to that. Sort of like intimadation. Your DD is not that unusal, just keep talking to her. It's not a race. I have a feeling she'll be fine.