School Psychologists Salary in Portland, ME

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-South Portland, ME

Median annual salary $77,060 -11.4% vs national
Median hourly $37.05
10th percentile $53,100
90th percentile $110,360
Employed locally 60
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,100
    25th
    $61,510
    50th (median)
    $77,060
    75th
    $85,100
    90th
    $110,360

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    School Psychologists salary vs area income 87% Median School Psychologists salary is 13% 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
    Merced, CA $125,660
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $123,960
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $122,270
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $120,590
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $115,180
    Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area $114,400

    Related occupations in Portland, ME

    OccupationMedian salary
    Biochemists and Biophysicists $96,110
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $66,790
    Biological Technicians $50,210
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $88,850
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $65,620
    Urban and Regional Planners $77,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in Portland, ME is $37.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.95 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in Portland, ME is 11.4% 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 Portland?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $53,100 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,510.