Child Psychologist Salary in San Diego, CA

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How much does a Child Psychologist make in San Diego, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Child Psychologist in San Diego, CA is $131,542. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $119,419 to $146,110, with most professionals earning between $108,381 and $159,374.

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Average Salary Range for Child Psychologist in San Diego, CA

Average Base Salary

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119419
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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146809
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What is the average salary for Child Psychologist in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Child Psychologist in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Child Psychologist ranges from $119,419 to $146,110 with the average base salary of $131,542. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $120,337 to $146,809 with the average total cash compensation of $132,517.

View Average Salary for Child Psychologist as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $131,542 $119,419 - $146,110
Bonus $975 $919 - $699
Total Pay $132,517 $120,337 - $146,809
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Child Psychologist Salary Near San Diego, CA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE El Cajon, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,066 - $145,678 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Chula Vista, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,419 - $146,110 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Escondido, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $118,757 - $145,300 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Oceanside, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,143 - $145,773 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Carlsbad, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $118,757 - $145,300 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Murrieta, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $118,569 - $145,071 COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
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