School Psychologist Salary
Real, self-reported pay data from School Psychologists across the US — 24 submissions and counting.
School Psychologist Salaries
| Date ↓ | State | Position | Salary | Education | Exp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2mo ago | Texas | Specialist | $65,000 | Bachelor's | 5yr |
| 2mo ago | Mississippi | Specialist | $56,000 | Master's | 15yr |
| 2mo ago | Alabama | Specialist | $75,000 | Master's | 20yr |
| 2mo ago | Illinois | Specialist | $60,000 | Master's | 1yr |
| 2mo ago | New York | Specialist | $51,000 | Bachelor's | 4yr |
| 2mo ago | California | Specialist | $95,000 | Master's | 15yr |
| 3mo ago | Texas | Specialist | $65,000 | Bachelor's | 4yr |
| 3mo ago | Colorado | Specialist | $75,000 | Master's | 8yr |
| 3mo ago | Illinois | Specialist | $79,389 | Master's | 0yr |
| 3mo ago | Arizona | Specialist | $64,000 | Bachelor's | 2yr |
| 3mo ago | Wisconsin | Specialist | $23,000 | Bachelor's | 3yr |
| 3mo ago | Pennsylvania | Specialist | $60,000 | Bachelor's | 7yr |
| 3mo ago | California | Specialist | $103,000 | Master's | 9yr |
| 3mo ago | Illinois | Specialist | $98,000 | Master's | 12yr |
| 3mo ago | Kansas | Specialist | $63,000 | Master's | 4yr |
| 3mo ago | California | Specialist | $130,000 | Master's | 19yr |
| 3mo ago | Hawaii | Specialist | $75,000 | Master's | 0yr |
| 3mo ago | Virginia | Specialist | $65,000 | Master's | 2yr |
| 3mo ago | Vermont | Specialist | $53,000 | Master's | 4yr |
| 3mo ago | District of Columbia | Specialist | $105,000 | Master's | 11yr |
| 3mo ago | Illinois | Specialist | $38,000 | Bachelor's | 6yr |
| 3mo ago | Vermont | Specialist | $47,000 | Master's | 1yr |
| 3mo ago | New York | Specialist | $48,000 | Bachelor's | 5yr |
| 3mo ago | Louisiana | Specialist | $51,000 | Bachelor's | 5yr |
People Also Ask
How much does a School Psychologist make?+
Based on self-reported salaries on TeacherSalary.org, the average School Psychologist salary in the US is $68,516. Pay varies significantly by state, district, and years of experience.
What state pays School Psychologists the most?+
Among states with reported data, Illinois has the most School Psychologist submissions. California, Washington, and New York typically offer the highest teacher salaries nationally.
What degree do you need to be a School Psychologist?+
Most public school School Psychologist positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree plus a state teaching license. Many districts pay higher on the salary schedule for a master's degree or additional graduate credits.
Is School Psychologist a good career?+
Teaching offers strong job stability, summers off, and defined-benefit pension plans in most states. Salary has historically lagged other degree-requiring professions, but benefits, schedule, and job security make it attractive for many. Use this database to compare pay in specific states and districts before accepting a position.
What is the starting salary for a School Psychologist?+
Starting salaries for School Psychologists vary widely — from around $35,000 in some Southern states to over $60,000 in California, New York, and Washington. A teacher with a bachelor's degree and no experience typically starts at the bottom of the district's salary schedule.
Do School Psychologists get a pension?+
Most public school School Psychologists are enrolled in their state's defined-benefit pension system. Pension vesting typically requires 5–10 years of service. Teachers at private or charter schools may not be covered by the state pension.
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