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School Psychologists Salary in Washington
Ranked #5 of 51 · WA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of school psychologistss in Washington earn between $82,600 and $139,110. 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 Washington is $112,640, about 13.6% above the U.S. average ($99,160). That works out to roughly $54/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Washington
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $125,810 | $118,780 | 60 |
| Western Washington nonmetropolitan area | $124,700 | $117,840 | 50 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $115,650 | $109,360 | 50 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $115,570 | $117,870 | 750 |
| Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area | $112,440 | $107,260 | 40 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $107,700 | $100,790 | 110 |
| Yakima, WA | $107,130 | $103,770 | 60 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $105,810 | $109,270 | 80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do school psychologists make in Washington?
The median school psychologists salary in Washington is $108,780 per year (mean $112,640), and about 80% earn between $82,600 and $139,110.
How much do school psychologists make per hour in Washington?
Roughly $54 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $112,640 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Washington a high-paying state for school psychologists?
Washington ranks #5 of 51 states for school psychologists pay. Its mean salary of $112,640 is about 13.6% above the U.S. average of $99,160.
Which metro areas in Washington pay school psychologists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Washington for school psychologists are Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA ($125,810), Western Washington nonmetropolitan area ($124,700), Kennewick-Richland, WA ($115,650), by median annual wage.