Have you ever wondered how much money psychologists earn each year? Salaries actually vary widely depending upon educational level, specialty area and years of experience. Some individuals working in the field of psychology earn around $30,000 a year, while others earn six-figure salaries. The following are some of the average salaries for different psychology jobs.
Salaries for Various Psychology Jobs
Career Counselor: $46,000
Clinical Psychologist: $63,000
Cognitive Psychologist: $55,000
Counselor: $47,530
Developmental Psychologist: $56,500
Engineering Psychologist: $79,818
Experimental Psychologist: $56,500
Forensic Psychologist: $59,440
Health Psychologist: $40,000 (entry-level) to $85,000 (advanced-level)
Industrial-Organizational Psychologist: $97,820
Psychiatrist: $144,020
Neuropsychologist: $79,570
School Counselor: $53,750
School Psychologist: $59,440
Social Worker: $43,040
Sports Psychologist: $54,000
Substance Abuse Counselor: $59,460
References:
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, Psychologists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos056.htm
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