School Psychologists Salary in U.S. (2024)
The median pay for a school psychologists in U.S. is $86,930/year ($41.79/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $61K at the entry level to $132K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $87K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level school psychologists (10th percentile) start around $61K. Mid-career wages sit at $87K.Top earners bring in $132K or more - a $71K spread from bottom to top.
School Psychologists pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $118K | +36% | 9,350 |
| Oregon | $113K | +30% | 680 |
| Maryland | $109K | +25% | 2,010 |
| Washington | $106K | +22% | 1,290 |
| District of Columbia | $101K | +16% | 280 |
| New Mexico | $100K | +15% | 540 |
| New York | $99K | +14% | 7,250 |
| Massachusetts | $98K | +13% | 2,730 |
| Connecticut | $98K | +13% | 1,100 |
| Georgia | $97K | +11% | 1,670 |
| Alaska | $92K | +6% | 140 |
| New Jersey | $91K | +5% | 2,090 |
| Wyoming | $88K | +1% | 90 |
| Rhode Island | $88K | +1% | 220 |
| Ohio | $87K | +0% | 2,110 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do school psychologists make in U.S.?
The median is $86,930 a year - that works out to about $41.79 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $60,880, and experienced school psychologists can clear $132,320. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $87K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $5,795/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 24.4% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a school psychologists salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median school psychologists salary is worth about $86,930 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do school psychologists get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.