Salary Report for Arkansas School Psychologists
Arkansas Rankings
Compare Arkansas to U.S.
Arkansas School Psychologists earn an average of $75,510 which is 8% less than the national average salary of $82,770.
| Type | Arkansas | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $36.30 | $39.80 | -8.79% |
| Average Annual Salary | $75,510 | $82,770 | -8.77% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Arkansas, 50% of School Psychologists earn between $58,910 and $78,220 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of School Psychologists earn more than $155,880, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced School Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of School Psychologists earn under $47,580, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level School Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 25 | Under $47,580 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 38 | $47,580 – $58,910 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 62 | $58,910 – $62,070 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 62 | $62,070 – $78,220 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 38 | $62,070 – $155,880 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 25 | Above $155,880 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, School Psychologists in Arkansas psychologists earn about $84,671 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $82,770.
Cost-of-living in Arkansas is 11% less than the national average, which means Arkansas 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 $75,510, Arkansas School Psychologists tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($92,470), and Psychology Teachers ($79,020).
However, School Psychologists tend to earn more than Social Workers ($41,110), Substance Abuse Counselors ($48,320), Health Care Social Workers ($57,650), and Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($75,050).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $92,470 |
| Psychology Teachers | $79,020 |
| School Psychologists | $75,510 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $75,050 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $57,650 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $48,320 |
| Social Workers | $41,110 |
Salaries Ranked by Arkansas Cities
The average salary for School Psychologists in Arkansas is $75,510. The top cities that pay School Psychologists the most are Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers ($84,750) and Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway ($66,720).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay School Psychologists the highest average annual salary are Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers ($90,855) and Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway ($72,325).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $84,750 | $90,855 | $6,105 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $66,720 | $72,325 | $5,605 |
Salary FAQ for Arkansas School Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers
Average School Psychologists Salary: $84,750
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $90,855
Hourly Wage: $40.75
Currently Employed: 80
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.28
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers Salary Report
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway
Average School Psychologists Salary: $66,720
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $72,325
Hourly Wage: $32
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.25
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway Salary Report
Official Data Sources for School Psychologists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data