Salary Report for Alabama School Psychologists
Alabama Rankings
Compare Alabama to U.S.
Alabama School Psychologists earn an average of $62,650 which is 24% less than the national average salary of $82,770.
| Type | Alabama | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $30.12 | $39.80 | -24.32% |
| Average Annual Salary | $62,650 | $82,770 | -24.31% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Alabama, 50% of School Psychologists earn between $59,260 and $63,620 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of School Psychologists earn more than $74,780, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced School Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of School Psychologists earn under $58,360, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level School Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 25 | Under $58,360 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 38 | $58,360 – $59,260 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 62 | $59,260 – $60,840 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 62 | $60,840 – $63,620 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 38 | $60,840 – $74,780 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 25 | Above $74,780 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, School Psychologists in Alabama psychologists earn about $70,196 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $82,770.
Cost-of-living in Alabama is 11% less than the national average, which means Alabama residents have an overall less 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 $62,650, Alabama School Psychologists tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($96,660), Psychology Teachers ($85,170), and Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($84,360).
However, School Psychologists tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($43,250), Social Workers ($45,200), Marriage and Family Therapists ($46,220), and Health Care Social Workers ($50,450).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $96,660 |
| Psychology Teachers | $85,170 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $84,360 |
| School Psychologists | $62,650 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $50,450 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $46,220 |
| Social Workers | $45,200 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $43,250 |
Salaries Ranked by Alabama Cities
The average salary for School Psychologists in Alabama is $62,650. The top cities that pay School Psychologists the most are Birmingham-Hoover ($62,800) and Northeast Alabama Nonmetropolitan Area ($62,150).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay School Psychologists the highest average annual salary are Northeast Alabama Nonmetropolitan Area ($74,342) and Birmingham-Hoover ($67,782).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham-Hoover | $62,800 | $67,782 | $4,982 |
| Northeast Alabama Nonmetropolitan Area | $62,150 | $74,342 | $12,192 |
Salary FAQ for Alabama School Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Birmingham-Hoover
Average School Psychologists Salary: $62,800
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $67,782
Hourly Wage: $30.19
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.65
Birmingham-Hoover Salary Report
Northeast Alabama Nonmetropolitan Area
Average School Psychologists Salary: $62,150
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $74,342
Hourly Wage: $30
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 83.60
Northeast Alabama Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Official Data Sources for School Psychologists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data