School Psychologists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for school psychologists is $36.95 an hour ($76,850 a year). About 900 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($95,990). Tennessee ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for school psychologists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.62 | $53,290 |
| 25% of workers | $31.60 | $65,720 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.95 | $76,850 |
| 75% of workers | $41.44 | $86,190 |
| 90% of workers | $49.23 | $102,400 |
School Psychologists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Clarksville | $101,430 | 30 |
| Memphis | $84,390 | 140 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $80,420 | 320 |
| Knoxville | $76,850 | 160 |
| Chattanooga | $68,060 | 120 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $76,820 |
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