CA · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 19-3034

School Psychologists Salary in California

Median Annual Salary $118,310 +36% above national average (national: $86,930)
$117,630Mean Annual
$57Median Hourly
9,350Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$118,310
$81,170
10th pct.
$154,100
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$81,170$39.02
25th percentile$101,930$49.01
50th percentile (median)$118,310$56.88
75th percentile$133,280$64.08
90th percentile (top earners)$154,100$74.09
Mean (average)$117,630$56.55

How California Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. California
California (current) $118,310
Oregon $113,180 -4%
Colorado $111,060 -6%
Maryland $108,710 -8%
Washington $106,440 -10%
District of Columbia $100,720 -15%
New Mexico $100,100 -15%
New York $99,310 -16%
Massachusetts $98,150 -17%

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Civil Engineers $118,450 54,640
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Computer Programmers $116,220 14,720
Speech-Language Pathologists $116,000 14,680
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers $120,840 9,240

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average School Psychologists salary in California?

The mean school psychologists salary in California is $117,630 per year. The median (middle) salary is $118,310 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a School Psychologists in California?

Entry-level school psychologistss (10th percentile) in California typically earn around $81,170 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $101,930 per year.

What is the highest School Psychologists salary in California?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in California make approximately $154,100 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $133,280 per year.

How does the California School Psychologists salary compare to the national average?

The median school psychologists salary in California is $118,310, which is +36% above national average of $86,930.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes