School Psychologists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for school psychologists is $52.30 an hour ($108,780 a year). About 1,420 people work in this job there.
That is 13% higher than the U.S. median ($95,990). Washington ranks 5th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for school psychologists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.71 | $82,600 |
| 25% of workers | $48.64 | $101,160 |
| Half of workers (median) | $52.30 | $108,780 |
| 75% of workers | $63.04 | $131,120 |
| 90% of workers | $66.88 | $139,110 |
School Psychologists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $125,810 | 60 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $115,650 | 50 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $115,570 | 750 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $107,700 | 110 |
| Yakima | $107,130 | 60 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $105,810 | 80 |
| Bellingham | $104,250 | 30 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Urban and Regional Planners | $100,990 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $115,240 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $102,920 |
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