School Psychologists Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $76,970 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $37.00
10th percentile $67,170
90th percentile $94,730
Employed locally 140
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,170
    25th
    $73,080
    50th (median)
    $76,970
    75th
    $85,350
    90th
    $94,730

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    School Psychologists salary vs area income 113% Median School Psychologists salary is 13% above 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
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $82,960
    Kalamazoo-Portage, MI $78,220

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social Science Research Assistants $59,130
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,680
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $95,990
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,510
    Forensic Science Technicians $57,940
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $124,250

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in Tucson?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in Tucson, AZ is $37.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.90 or more per hour.

    Is Tucson above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in Tucson, AZ is 11.5% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $67,170 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,080.