School Psychologists Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $68,300 -21.4% vs national
Median hourly $32.84
10th percentile $51,260
90th percentile $97,370
Employed locally 60
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,260
    25th
    $61,310
    50th (median)
    $68,300
    75th
    $75,340
    90th
    $97,370

    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

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    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $82,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in South Illinois is $32.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.49 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in South Illinois is 21.4% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $51,260 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,310.