Salary Report for North Dakota School Psychologists
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Compare North Dakota to U.S.
North Dakota School Psychologists earn an average of $68,730 which is 16% less than the national average salary of $82,770.
| Type | North Dakota | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $33.04 | $39.80 | -16.98% |
| Average Annual Salary | $68,730 | $82,770 | -16.96% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In North Dakota, 50% of School Psychologists earn between $59,740 and $78,780 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of School Psychologists earn more than $78,870, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced School Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of School Psychologists earn under $48,770, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level School Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 8 | Under $48,770 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 12 | $48,770 – $59,740 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 20 | $59,740 – $74,370 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 20 | $74,370 – $78,780 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 12 | $74,370 – $78,870 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 8 | Above $78,870 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, School Psychologists in North Dakota psychologists earn about $74,674 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $82,770.
Cost-of-living in North Dakota is 8% less than the national average, which means North Dakota 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 $68,730, North Dakota School Psychologists tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($112,160), Forensic Psychologists ($92,820), and Psychology Teachers ($85,420).
However, School Psychologists tend to earn more than Marriage and Family Therapists ($50,980), Health Care Social Workers ($55,580), Social Workers ($59,390), and Substance Abuse Counselors ($59,880).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $112,160 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $92,820 |
| Psychology Teachers | $85,420 |
| School Psychologists | $68,730 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $59,880 |
| Social Workers | $59,390 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $55,580 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $50,980 |
Salaries Ranked by North Dakota Cities
The average salary for School Psychologists in North Dakota is $68,730. The top cities that pay School Psychologists the most is Fargo ($68,830).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay School Psychologists the highest average annual salary is Fargo ($73,223).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo | $68,830 | $73,223 | $4,393 |
Salary FAQ for North Dakota School Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Fargo
Average School Psychologists Salary: $68,830
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $73,223
Hourly Wage: $33.09
Currently Employed: 30
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.00
Fargo Salary Report
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