School Psychologists Salary in Indianapolis, IN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN

Median annual salary $75,160 -13.5% vs national
Median hourly $36.13
10th percentile $54,400
90th percentile $100,280
Employed locally 360
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,400
    25th
    $74,310
    50th (median)
    $75,160
    75th
    $86,020
    90th
    $100,280

    Indianapolis economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $77,065 2023 • Census ACS
    School Psychologists salary vs area income 98% Median School Psychologists salary is 2% 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
    Salinas, CA $126,730
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $124,200
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $115,180
    Colorado Springs, CO $109,470
    Washington $106,440
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $106,360

    Related occupations in Indianapolis, IN

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $81,210
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $77,480
    Chemists $74,260
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $59,170
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $86,380
    Physical Scientists, All Other $62,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in Indianapolis?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in Indianapolis, IN is $36.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.16 or more per hour.

    Is Indianapolis above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in Indianapolis, IN is 13.5% below 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 Indianapolis?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $54,400 per year in Indianapolis, IN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,310.