School Psychologist Salary in Maryland (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for School Psychologists in Maryland, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Maryland Median
$109,700
per year
Hourly Rate
$52.74
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+14% vs US median
US median $95,990
State Rank
#4 of 51
1,520 employed here

How much does a School Psychologist make in Maryland?

A School Psychologist working in Maryland earns a median salary of $109,700 per year, or about $52.74 per hour. That is 14% above the national median of $95,990 for this occupation.

Within Maryland, entry-level pay starts around $64,360 while the top 10% make $138,250 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $92,370 and $135,780 a year.

School Psychologist salary range in Maryland

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$64,360$30.94
25th percentile (early career)$92,370$44.41
50th percentile (median)$109,700$52.74
75th percentile (experienced)$135,780$65.28
90th percentile (top earners)$138,250$66.47

How Maryland compares

Maryland ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories for School Psychologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$127,780
2Colorado$124,770
3New Mexico$110,360
4Maryland$109,700
5Washington$108,780

Working as a School Psychologist in Maryland

Nationally, about 64,000 people work as School Psychologists in the United States. A master's degree (usually 5 to 6 years of college) is typically required.

Considering a move? Compare Maryland pay ($109,700) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a School Psychologist make in Maryland?
The median School Psychologist salary in Maryland is $109,700 per year, or about $52.74 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $64,360 at the entry level to $138,250 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maryland pay compare to the national average?
Maryland pays School Psychologists about 14% more than the national median of $95,990. Maryland ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maryland a good state for School Psychologists?
Yes on pay — Maryland pays above the national median for this occupation, at $109,700 a year. About 1,520 School Psychologists are employed in Maryland. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Maryland?
The highest-paying occupations in Maryland include Radiologist ($581,510), Emergency Medicine Physician ($451,620), Dermatologist ($442,210), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.