Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary (2025)
Based on 75,990 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $55,170 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $73,210 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $100,580 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $135,200 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $180,960 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$55K
25th
$73K
Median
$101K
75th
$135K
90th
$181K
Highest Paying States for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $137,530 |
| New Jersey | $131,590 |
| Oregon | $129,590 |
| District of Columbia | $127,690 |
| Colorado | $126,480 |
| Massachusetts | $124,560 |
| New York | $124,380 |
| California | $123,570 |
| New Mexico | $122,330 |
| Alaska | $122,210 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $137,530 per year, while Alaska has an average of $122,210 — a difference of $15,320. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 75,990 workers were employed as Clinical and Counseling Psychologistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $112,750 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-3033