School Psychologists Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $101,200 +16.4% vs national
Median hourly $48.66
10th percentile $77,000
90th percentile $130,970
Employed locally 40
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $77,000
    25th
    $87,690
    50th (median)
    $101,200
    75th
    $112,580
    90th
    $130,970

    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

    Related occupations in Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,940
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$77,320
    Conservation Scientists$79,310
    Urban and Regional Planners$74,160
    Biological Scientists, All Other$84,290
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$86,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in Southwest Colorado is $48.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.55 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in Southwest Colorado is 16.4% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $77,000 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $87,690.