School Psychologists Salary in Fresno, CA

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

Median annual salary $125,450 +44.3% vs national
Median hourly $60.31
10th percentile $98,600
90th percentile $162,180
Employed locally 470
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $98,600
    25th
    $105,870
    50th (median)
    $125,450
    75th
    $149,990
    90th
    $162,180

    Fresno economic context

    Unemployment rate 7.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,897 2023 • Census ACS
    School Psychologists salary vs area income 174% Median School Psychologists salary is 74% 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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $90,890
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $129,670
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $123,460
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $68,940
    Food Science Technicians $45,060
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $85,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in Fresno?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in Fresno, CA is $60.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $72.21 or more per hour.

    Is Fresno above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in Fresno, CA is 44.3% 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 Fresno?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $98,600 per year in Fresno, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $105,870.