School Psychologists Salary in Bridgeport, CT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT

Median annual salary $102,320 +17.7% vs national
Median hourly $49.19
10th percentile $65,950
90th percentile $172,700
Employed locally 370
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,950
    25th
    $81,920
    50th (median)
    $102,320
    75th
    $124,370
    90th
    $172,700

    Bridgeport economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $111,656 2023 • Census ACS
    School Psychologists salary vs area income 92% Median School Psychologists salary is 8% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for School Psychologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Boulder, CO $143,020
    El Centro, CA $140,350
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $127,940
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $127,730
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $127,030
    Salinas, CA $126,730

    Nearby metros — School Psychologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $100,720
    Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT $98,790
    Connecticut $98,080
    Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT $96,310
    Waterbury-Shelton, CT $95,610
    Connecticut nonmetropolitan area $95,460

    Related occupations in Bridgeport, CT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $132,900
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $102,150
    Chemical Technicians $47,200
    Chemists $82,750
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $116,470
    Urban and Regional Planners $99,950

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in Bridgeport?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in Bridgeport, CT is $49.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.59 or more per hour.

    Is Bridgeport above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in Bridgeport, CT is 17.7% above the national median of $86,930. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for School Psychologists in Bridgeport?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $65,950 per year in Bridgeport, CT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,920.