verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Psychologist Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$115,240/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$55.40/hr
▲ 15% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
1,270
public U.S. Median
$100,580
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$107,688 #15 of 48

Psychologist pay in Washington, explained

Psychologists in Washington earn a median of $115,240 per year ($55.40 per hour), which is 15% above the national median of $100,580. Entry-level workers earn around $78,940, while the most experienced psychologists reach about $179,470. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $115,240 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $115,240 is worth about $107,688 in national buying power — ranking Washington #15 for real pay (vs #9 on the sticker number).

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Psychologist pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$78,940
$37.95/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$115,240
$55.40/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$179,470
$86.28/hr

Psychologist pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $115,240 $107,688
Oregon $134,350 $129,981 −$19,110
Idaho $97,790 $102,404 +$17,450

Psychologist in Washington: FAQ

How much do psychologists make in Washington?

Psychologists in Washington earn a median of $115,240 per year ($55.40 per hour), compared with $100,580 nationally.

Does Washington pay psychologists well?

At $115,240, Washington pays 15% above the national median for psychologists. An estimated 1,270 work in the state.

Psychologist salary in other states

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