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The average salary for an Associate School Psychologist in the United States is approximately $76,682 per year, translating to about $37 per hour. Salaries can vary significantly based on factors such as geographic location, years of experience, and educational background.
Entry-level positions typically start at a lower salary, while those with more experience can command higher wages. For instance, psychologists with over ten years of experience can earn upwards of $90,000 annually.
States such as California, New York, and Texas offer the highest salaries, reflecting the demand for school psychologists in urban areas. Major cities like Los Angeles and New York City often provide additional opportunities and higher pay due to a larger school population and funding.
Understanding the salary ranges and factors affecting compensation can help aspiring school psychologists make informed decisions about their career paths. As the educational landscape evolves, the demand for skilled professionals in this field continues to grow.
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The average associate school psychologist salary in California, Alaska, and Oregon are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average associate school psychologist salary states are Tennessee, Arizona, and Kansas.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oregon | $98,081 | $47.15 |
| 2 | Alaska | $98,134 | $47.18 |
| 3 | California | $99,248 | $47.72 |
| 4 | Oklahoma | $83,715 | $40.25 |
| 5 | Nebraska | $85,890 | $41.29 |
| 6 | Utah | $96,032 | $46.17 |
| 7 | Maryland | $88,302 | $42.45 |
| 8 | North Dakota | $87,337 | $41.99 |
| 9 | Idaho | $82,560 | $39.69 |
| 10 | Washington | $87,473 | $42.05 |
| 11 | Mississippi | $85,317 | $41.02 |
| 12 | Connecticut | $80,900 | $38.89 |
| 13 | Minnesota | $80,370 | $38.64 |
| 14 | New York | $83,136 | $39.97 |
| 15 | District of Columbia | $92,115 | $44.29 |
| 16 | New Jersey | $82,805 | $39.81 |
| 17 | West Virginia | $84,296 | $40.53 |
| 18 | Georgia | $84,001 | $40.39 |
| 19 | Maine | $79,456 | $38.20 |
| 20 | Missouri | $76,003 | $36.54 |
| 21 | Kentucky | $81,194 | $39.04 |
| 22 | Colorado | $78,765 | $37.87 |
| 23 | Wyoming | $71,938 | $34.59 |
| 24 | New Mexico | $74,097 | $35.62 |
| 25 | Pennsylvania | $72,649 | $34.93 |
| 26 | Ohio | $74,051 | $35.60 |
| 27 | Texas | $75,890 | $36.49 |
| 28 | Wisconsin | $74,293 | $35.72 |
| 29 | Illinois | $71,918 | $34.58 |
| 30 | Nevada | $70,252 | $33.77 |
| 31 | Virginia | $79,304 | $38.13 |
| 32 | Vermont | $74,517 | $35.83 |
| 33 | North Carolina | $74,146 | $35.65 |
| 34 | Massachusetts | $77,245 | $37.14 |
| 35 | Indiana | $70,520 | $33.90 |
| 36 | Michigan | $64,767 | $31.14 |
| 37 | Rhode Island | $62,194 | $29.90 |
| 38 | New Hampshire | $61,240 | $29.44 |
| 39 | South Carolina | $69,055 | $33.20 |
| 40 | Arkansas | $68,444 | $32.91 |
| 41 | Arizona | $58,023 | $27.90 |
| 42 | Montana | $53,140 | $25.55 |
| 43 | Iowa | $65,228 | $31.36 |
| 44 | Delaware | $61,373 | $29.51 |
| 45 | Hawaii | $67,295 | $32.35 |
| 46 | Kansas | $55,749 | $26.80 |
| 47 | Florida | $64,995 | $31.25 |
| 48 | Alabama | $63,975 | $30.76 |
| 49 | Tennessee | $61,035 | $29.34 |
| 50 | Louisiana | $50,173 | $24.12 |
| 51 | South Dakota | $50,558 | $24.31 |
The highest-paying cities for associate school psychologists are Roseville, CA, Salem, OR, and Salt Lake City, UT.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roseville, CA | $104,666 | $50.32 |
| 2 | Salem, OR | $98,197 | $47.21 |
| 3 | Salt Lake City, UT | $95,409 | $45.87 |
| 4 | Washington, DC | $92,201 | $44.33 |
| 5 | Lincoln, NE | $85,897 | $41.30 |
| 6 | Commack, NY | $83,616 | $40.20 |
| 7 | South Portland, ME | $80,108 | $38.51 |
| 8 | Boston, MA | $77,331 | $37.18 |
| 9 | Houston, TX | $75,134 | $36.12 |
| 10 | Madison, WI | $73,880 | $35.52 |
| 11 | Gainesville, FL | $65,589 | $31.53 |
| 12 | Montgomery, AL | $63,662 | $30.61 |
| 13 | Wilmington, DE | $61,458 | $29.55 |
An associate school psychologist's salary ranges from $54,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $107,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $107,000 | $8,917 | $51 |
| 75th Percentile | $91,000 | $7,583 | $44 |
| Average | $76,682 | $6,390 | $37 |
| 25th Percentile | $64,000 | $5,333 | $31 |
| 10th Percentile | $54,000 | $4,500 | $26 |
The highest paying types of associate school psychologists are clinical psychologist, school psychological examiner, and early intervention school psychologist.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Diagnostician | $67,987 | $5,666 | $32.69 | 6,864 |
| School Psychological Examiner | $86,900 | $7,242 | $41.78 | 21,474 |
| Clinical Psychologist | $97,659 | $8,138 | $46.95 | 69,762 |
| Bilingual School Psychologist | $77,369 | $6,447 | $37.20 | 27,193 |
| School Psychologist | $78,431 | $6,536 | $37.71 | 25,457 |
Top companies hiring associate school psychologists now:
Associate school psychologist salaries at Boston Public Schools and The Marcus Corporation are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average associate school psychologist salary at companies like Brock Group and Sodexo Management, Inc. are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston Public Schools | $84,466 | $40.61 |
| 2 | The Marcus Corporation | $78,339 | $37.66 |
| 3 | Brock Group | $76,598 | $36.83 |
| 4 | Sodexo Management, Inc. | $75,373 | $36.24 |
| 5 | Connections For Kids | $75,261 | $36.18 |
| 6 | Success Academy Charter Schools | $74,960 | $36.04 |
| 7 | Americorps | $74,455 | $35.80 |
| 8 | New York State Restaurant Association | $72,316 | $34.77 |
| 9 | Baylor College of Medicine | $71,594 | $34.42 |
| 10 | New Visions for Public Schools | $69,304 | $33.32 |
| 11 | University of Wisconsin System | $67,453 | $32.43 |
| 12 | DC Prep | $65,912 | $31.69 |
| 13 | State Of Illinois - Illinois Student Assistance Commission | $62,534 | $30.06 |
| 14 | Buffalo Schools | $58,676 | $28.21 |
| 15 | Salem-Keizer Public Schools | $52,781 | $25.38 |
The average associate school psychologist salary varies across industries:
| Rank | Industry | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Health Care | $78,113 | $37.55 |
| 2 | Manufacturing | $75,987 | $36.53 |
| 3 | Hospitality | $74,763 | $35.94 |
| 4 | Non Profits | $69,712 | $33.52 |
| 5 | Education | $65,936 | $31.70 |
| 6 | Government | $63,025 | $30.30 |
The average associate school psychologist salary has risen by $11,471 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average associate school psychologist earned $65,211 annually, but today, they earn $76,682 a year. That works out to a 9% change in pay for associate school psychologists over the last decade.
Compare associate school psychologist salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare associate school psychologist salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $76,700 | $36.87 | +2.0% |
| 2025 | $75,100 | $36.12 | +1.5% |
| 2024 | $74,000 | $35.56 | +2.5% |
| 2023 | $72,100 | $34.68 | +2.4% |
| 2022 | $70,400 | $33.84 | +3.7% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State of New York | Associate Psychologist | Canandaigua, NY | 06/26/2025 | $86,681 |
| Digital Solutions Photography/Videography | School Photography Associate-Omaha, NE and Surrounding Areas | Omaha, NE | 06/25/2025 | $33,392 |
| State of Illinois | Psychologist Associate | Dixon, IL | 06/18/2025 | $61,776 |
| Connected Health Care, LLC | Hybrid School Psych or LPC | Fort Worth, TX | 06/18/2025 | $135,655 |
| Texas Panhandle Mental Health | Associate Psychologist | Amarillo, TX | 06/16/2025 | $57,034 |
| Council Bluffs Community School District | After School Club Associate | Council Bluffs, IA | 06/13/2025 | $34,436 |
| Greendotca | School Culture Associates-Alain Leroy Locke College Prep Academy | Los Angeles, CA | 06/12/2025 | $46,144 |
| Steamspark | Associate Head of School | Farmers Branch, TX | 06/05/2025 | $65,000 |
| Teach Iowa | After School Club Associate | Bode, IA | 06/01/2025 | $34,436 |
| Council Bluffs Community School District | After School Club Associate | Council Bluffs, IA | 05/30/2025 | $34,436 |
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