Clinical Psychologist Salary in 2026
Assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders using evidence-based therapies.
Median Salary
$85,000
$7,083/mo
Entry Level
$60,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$120,000
experienced
Job Growth
+14%
10-yr outlook
Clinical Psychologist Overview
Assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders using evidence-based therapies.
Education
Doctorate (Ph.D./Psy.D.)
Experience
2-4 years
Industry
Healthcare
Total Jobs (US)
165K
5-Year Growth
+12%
Category
Healthcare
Hourly Rate
$40.87/hr
Monthly Pay
$7,083
Clinical Psychologist Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Clinical Psychologist Salary
$100,000
$8,333/month · $3,846/biweekly · $48.08/hr
Clinical Psychologist Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Clinical Psychologist field.
Entry-level Clinical Psychologists earn around $60,000, while the top 10% earn $132,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Clinical Psychologists
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $100,000 | +$15,000 |
| New York | $98,000 | +$13,000 |
| Massachusetts | $95,000 | +$10,000 |
| Illinois | $88,000 | +$3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | $85,000 | $0 |
Top Paying Cities for Clinical Psychologists
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $100,000 | +$15,000 |
| Los Angeles | $95,000 | +$10,000 |
| Boston | $95,000 | +$10,000 |
| Chicago | $89,000 | +$4,000 |
| Philadelphia | $87,000 | +$2,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Clinical Psychologist Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Clinical Psychologist from entry level to expert.
$60,000
0-2 years
$90,000
3-7 years
$120,000
8-14 years
$145,000
15+ years
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