School Psychologists Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $82,960 -4.6% vs national
Median hourly $39.88
10th percentile $63,640
90th percentile $108,200
Employed locally 790
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,640
    25th
    $79,870
    50th (median)
    $82,960
    75th
    $100,040
    90th
    $108,200

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 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
    Kalamazoo-Portage, MI $78,220
    Tucson, AZ $76,970

    Related occupations in Phoenix, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,480
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $78,870
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $108,270
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,250
    Urban and Regional Planners $78,920
    Biological Technicians $54,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in Phoenix?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in Phoenix, AZ is $39.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.13 or more per hour.

    Is Phoenix above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in Phoenix, AZ is 4.6% 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 Phoenix?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $63,640 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,870.