School Psychologists Salary in Chico, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Chico, CA

Median annual salary $124,980 +43.8% vs national
Median hourly $60.09
10th percentile $95,690
90th percentile $149,170
Employed locally 50
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $95,690
    25th
    $104,580
    50th (median)
    $124,980
    75th
    $129,790
    90th
    $149,170

    Chico economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,574 2023 • Census ACS
    School Psychologists salary vs area income 182% Median School Psychologists salary is 82% above 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
    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
    Visalia, CA $125,680

    Related occupations in Chico, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $58,660
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $124,350
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $84,340
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $88,640
    Social Science Research Assistants $36,080
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $49,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in Chico?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in Chico, CA is $60.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $71.72 or more per hour.

    Is Chico above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in Chico, CA is 43.8% 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 Chico?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $95,690 per year in Chico, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $104,580.