Psychologist Salary
Average pay, percentile breakdowns, and city-by-city comparison for Psychologists in the United States.
Median Salary
$92,740
Mean Salary
$95,350
Employment
181,700
Category
Life, Physical, Social Science
Salary Percentiles for Psychologists
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Monthly | Hourly (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th (Entry) | $49,130 | $4,094 | $24 |
| 25th | $68,420 | $5,702 | $33 |
| 50th (Median) | $92,740 | $7,728 | $45 |
| 75th | $117,990 | $9,833 | $57 |
| 90th (Senior) | $146,830 | $12,236 | $71 |
Psychologist Salary by City
| City | Adjusted Median | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $106,651 | +15% |
| San Francisco, CA | $113,143 | +22% |
| Los Angeles, CA | $103,869 | +12% |
| Chicago, IL | $96,450 | +4% |
| Houston, TX | $90,885 | -2% |
| Austin, TX | $97,377 | +5% |
| Seattle, WA | $109,433 | +18% |
| Boston, MA | $105,724 | +14% |
| Denver, CO | $98,304 | +6% |
| Washington, DC | $107,578 | +16% |
| Miami, FL | $94,595 | +2% |
| Atlanta, GA | $95,522 | +3% |
| Dallas, TX | $93,667 | +1% |
| Philadelphia, PA | $97,377 | +5% |
| Phoenix, AZ | $91,813 | -1% |
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About Psychologist Salaries in 2025
The median annual salary for Psychologists in the United States is $92,740, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means half of all Psychologists earn more than this amount, and half earn less.
At the entry level (10th percentile), Psychologists earn around $49,130, while the highest earners (90th percentile) make $146,830 or more. There are approximately 181,700 Psychologists employed across the country in the Life, Physical, Social Science sector.