School Psychologists Salary (2025)
Based on 63,940 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $63,070 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $77,470 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $95,990 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $120,310 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $142,330 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$63K
25th
$77K
Median
$96K
75th
$120K
90th
$142K
Highest Paying States for School Psychologists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $127,830 |
| Colorado | $124,220 |
| New Mexico | $115,950 |
| District of Columbia | $115,760 |
| Washington | $112,640 |
| New York | $112,460 |
| Maryland | $111,560 |
| Oregon | $110,930 |
| Massachusetts | $100,640 |
| New Jersey | $99,570 |
Geographic Salary Variation
School Psychologists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $127,830 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $99,570 — a difference of $28,260. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About School Psychologists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 63,940 workers were employed as School Psychologistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $99,160 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-3034