School Psychologists Salary in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

Median annual salary $105,620 +21.5% vs national
Median hourly $50.78
10th percentile $66,820
90th percentile $141,490
Employed locally 1,740
National median $86,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,820
    25th
    $81,030
    50th (median)
    $105,620
    75th
    $132,310
    90th
    $141,490

    Washington economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $123,896 2023 • Census ACS
    School Psychologists salary vs area income 85% Median School Psychologists salary is 15% 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

    Related occupations in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $137,610
    Biological Scientists, All Other $105,580
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $112,120
    Economists $157,980
    Political Scientists $153,340
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $109,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do School Psychologists make per hour in Washington?

    The median hourly wage for School Psychologists in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV is $50.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $68.00 or more per hour.

    Is Washington above or below average for School Psychologists salaries?

    The median School Psychologists salary in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV is 21.5% 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 Washington?

    Entry-level School Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $66,820 per year in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,030.