Salary Report for New Jersey School Psychologists
New Jersey Rankings
Compare New Jersey to U.S.
New Jersey School Psychologists earn an average of $88,570 which is 7% more than the national average salary of $82,770.
| Type | New Jersey | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $42.58 | $39.80 | 6.98% |
| Average Annual Salary | $88,570 | $82,770 | 7.01% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In New Jersey, 50% of School Psychologists earn between $63,230 and $100,910 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of School Psychologists earn more than $133,850, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced School Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of School Psychologists earn under $59,740, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level School Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 256 | Under $59,740 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 384 | $59,740 – $63,230 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 640 | $63,230 – $80,230 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 640 | $80,230 – $100,910 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 384 | $80,230 – $133,850 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 256 | Above $133,850 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, School Psychologists in New Jersey psychologists earn about $79,678 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $82,770.
Cost-of-living in New Jersey is 11% higher than the national average, which means New Jersey residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $88,570, New Jersey School Psychologists tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($143,150), Psychology Teachers ($96,000), and Forensic Psychologists ($95,090).
However, School Psychologists tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($63,430), Health Care Social Workers ($71,310), Social Workers ($75,410), and Marriage and Family Therapists ($81,330).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $143,150 |
| Psychology Teachers | $96,000 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $95,090 |
| School Psychologists | $88,570 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $81,330 |
| Social Workers | $75,410 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $71,310 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $63,430 |
Salaries Ranked by New Jersey Cities
The average salary for School Psychologists in New Jersey is $88,570. The top cities that pay School Psychologists the most are Vineland-Bridgeton ($82,540) and Atlantic City-Hammonton ($78,290).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay School Psychologists the highest average annual salary are Vineland-Bridgeton ($84,988) and Atlantic City-Hammonton ($79,945).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for School Psychologists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a School Psychologists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland-Bridgeton | $82,540 | $84,988 | $2,448 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $78,290 | $79,945 | $1,655 |
Salary FAQ for New Jersey School Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Atlantic City-Hammonton
Average School Psychologists Salary: $78,290
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $79,945
Hourly Wage: $37.64
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.93
Atlantic City-Hammonton Salary Report
Vineland-Bridgeton
Average School Psychologists Salary: $82,540
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $84,988
Hourly Wage: $40
Currently Employed: 30
Cost-of-Living Index: 97.12
Vineland-Bridgeton Salary Report
Official Data Sources for School Psychologists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data