Salary Report for Maine School Psychologists
Maine Rankings
Compare Maine to U.S.
Maine School Psychologists earn an average of $79,490 which is 3% less than the national average salary of $82,770.
| Type | Maine | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $38.22 | $39.80 | -3.97% |
| Average Annual Salary | $79,490 | $82,770 | -3.96% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Maine, 50% of School Psychologists earn between $72,240 and $82,390 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of School Psychologists earn more than $103,590, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced School Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of School Psychologists earn under $62,070, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level School Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 15 | Under $62,070 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 22 | $62,070 – $72,240 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 38 | $72,240 – $78,220 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 38 | $78,220 – $82,390 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 22 | $78,220 – $103,590 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 15 | Above $103,590 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, School Psychologists in Maine psychologists earn about $82,135 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $82,770.
Cost-of-living in Maine is 3% less than the national average, which means Maine 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 $79,490, Maine School Psychologists tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($91,630).
However, School Psychologists tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($57,940), Health Care Social Workers ($58,900), Social Workers ($61,070), Forensic Psychologists ($74,290), and Psychology Teachers ($78,230).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $91,630 |
| School Psychologists | $79,490 |
| Psychology Teachers | $78,230 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $74,290 |
| Social Workers | $61,070 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $58,900 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $57,940 |
Salaries Ranked by Maine Cities
The average salary for School Psychologists in Maine is $79,490. The top cities that pay School Psychologists the most are Portland-South Portland ($79,680) and Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area ($77,130).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay School Psychologists the highest average annual salary are Portland-South Portland ($86,196) and Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area ($83,438).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $79,680 | $86,196 | $6,516 |
| Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area | $77,130 | $83,438 | $6,308 |
Salary FAQ for Maine School Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Portland-South Portland
Average School Psychologists Salary: $79,680
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $86,196
Hourly Wage: $38.31
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.44
Portland-South Portland Salary Report
Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area
Average School Psychologists Salary: $77,130
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $83,438
Hourly Wage: $37
Currently Employed: 30
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.44
Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Official Data Sources for School Psychologists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data