Salary Report for Delaware School Psychologists
Delaware Rankings
Compare Delaware to U.S.
Delaware School Psychologists earn an average of $74,220 which is 10% less than the national average salary of $82,770.
| Type | Delaware | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $35.69 | $39.80 | -10.33% |
| Average Annual Salary | $74,220 | $82,770 | -10.33% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Delaware, 50% of School Psychologists earn between $62,660 and $93,350 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of School Psychologists earn more than $103,020, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced School Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of School Psychologists earn under $47,270, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level School Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 31 | Under $47,270 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 46 | $47,270 – $62,660 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 78 | $62,660 – $73,260 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 78 | $73,260 – $93,350 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 46 | $73,260 – $103,020 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 31 | Above $103,020 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, School Psychologists in Delaware psychologists earn about $75,835 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $82,770.
Cost-of-living in Delaware is 2% less than the national average, which means Delaware 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 $74,220, Delaware School Psychologists tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($129,450).
However, School Psychologists tend to earn more than Social Workers ($41,450), Substance Abuse Counselors ($47,950), Marriage and Family Therapists ($54,540), and Health Care Social Workers ($56,330).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $129,450 |
| School Psychologists | $74,220 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $56,330 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $54,540 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $47,950 |
| Social Workers | $41,450 |
Salaries Ranked by Delaware Cities
The average salary for School Psychologists in Delaware is $74,220. The top cities that pay School Psychologists the most is Dover ($71,180).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay School Psychologists the highest average annual salary is Dover ($75,013).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dover | $71,180 | $75,013 | $3,833 |
Salary FAQ for Delaware School Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Dover
Average School Psychologists Salary: $71,180
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $75,013
Hourly Wage: $34.22
Currently Employed: 50
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.89
Dover Salary Report
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