Counselor and Psychologist Salary Ranges

Counselor and psychologist salaries vary. See what you could earn after you get your psychology degree.

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A psychologist’s salary varies greatly depending upon level of education and the environment in which a psychology professional practices.

Psychology salaries for doctorate-holders will average $6,000 to $8,000 more per year than those with a master’s degree. Job prospects for those holding a master’s degree in areas other than industrial-organizational psychology should expect the job field to be competitive.

Employment opportunities will increase primarily in schools, hospitals, substance abuse clinics, consulting firms and private companies. So, how much can you expect to earn as a general psychologist or psychologist specializing in a particular field of psychology? Read on to find salaries for different psychology career fields.

Psychology Salaries by Specialty

Career	Median Annual Salary
School Psychologists	$84,940
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists	$147,420
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	$96,100

_{Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023 Occupational Employment Statistics}

Counselor/Therapist Salary

Career	Median Annual Salary
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors	$53,710
Marriage and Family Therapists	$58,510
Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors	$61,710
Rehabilitation Counselors	$44,040

_{Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023 Occupational Employment Statistics}

Social Worker Salary

Career	Median Annual Salary
Healthcare Social Workers	$62,940
Child, Family, and School Social Workers	$53,940
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers	$55,960

_{Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023 Occupational Employment Statistics}