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School Psychologists Salary in California
Ranked #1 of 51 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of school psychologistss in California earn between $97,200 and $160,170. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean school psychologists salary in California is $127,830, about 28.9% above the U.S. average ($99,160). That works out to roughly $61/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Centro, CA | $145,400 | $141,360 | 50 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $139,400 | $135,230 | 760 |
| Merced, CA | $133,230 | $127,050 | 90 |
| North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $131,980 | $129,320 | 50 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $131,920 | $127,440 | 460 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $131,070 | $124,580 | 850 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $130,540 | $135,970 | 680 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $130,520 | $137,350 | 260 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do school psychologists make in California?
The median school psychologists salary in California is $127,780 per year (mean $127,830), and about 80% earn between $97,200 and $160,170.
How much do school psychologists make per hour in California?
Roughly $61 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $127,830 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for school psychologists?
California ranks #1 of 51 states for school psychologists pay. Its mean salary of $127,830 is about 28.9% above the U.S. average of $99,160.
Which metro areas in California pay school psychologists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for school psychologists are El Centro, CA ($145,400), Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA ($139,400), Merced, CA ($133,230), by median annual wage.