School Psychologists pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for school psychologists is $33.18 an hour ($69,020 a year). About 670 people work in this job there.
That is 28% lower than the U.S. median ($95,990). Louisiana ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for school psychologists in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.01 | $58,260 |
| 25% of workers | $29.81 | $62,000 |
| Half of workers (median) | $33.18 | $69,020 |
| 75% of workers | $38.78 | $80,660 |
| 90% of workers | $48.53 | $100,940 |
School Psychologists pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $86,630 | 130 |
| Monroe | $80,660 | 50 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $74,460 | 60 |
| Lake Charles | $69,020 | 50 |
| Baton Rouge | $68,030 | 120 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $62,000 | 50 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for school psychologists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.8% over ten years, little or no change · about 3,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $91,170 |
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