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An educational psychologist is a mental health professional who applies psychological principles and research to improve educational outcomes and address learning and behavioral issues in students of all ages. See How to Become an Educational Psychologist.
The average salary in the US for an educational psychologist is $82,180.
Here is how your potential earnings will look as you gain more experience:
Less than 1 year of experience: $59,000
1-4 years of experience: $63,000
5-9 years of experience: $72,000
10-19 years of experience: $83,000
20 years or more of experience: $89,000
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Which states have the highest salaries for educational psychologists?
California – $82,000
New York – $80,000
Massachusetts – $76,000
Texas – $73,000
Pennsylvania – $72,000
Which cities have the highest salaries for educational psychologists?
San Diego, CA – $83,000
Los Angeles, CA – $81,000
Boston, MA – $80,000
New York, NY – $80,000
Houston, TX – $75,000
How can educational psychologists earn more?
Pursuing higher levels of education
Psychologists with doctoral degrees earn a median salary of $100,770 compared to $79,010 for those with a master’s degree. Pursuing a doctoral degree in educational psychology or a related field may increase job opportunities and earning potential for educational psychologists. Learn more about doctoral programs in educational psychology.
Negotiating salary and benefits
Educational psychologists can negotiate their salary and benefits packages when accepting job offers or when asking for a raise. According to a survey conducted by the American Psychological Association in 2020, 61% of psychologists negotiated their starting salary, with those who negotiated earning a median increase of $5,000.
Educational psychologist vs other psychologist salary
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