Psychologists, All Other: Career Profile
All psychologists not listed separately.
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What Tasks Do Psychologists, All Other Take On?
Types of Psychologists, All Other Jobs
Common job titles for this role include:
- Behavior Analyst
- Behavioral Analyst
- Behavioral Scientist
- Behavioral Specialist
- Biopsychologist
- Developmental Psychologist
- Ethnologist
- Experimental Psychologist
How Many Psychologists, All Other Are There?
There are roughly 29,091 psychologists, all other working in the United States today. This occupation is expected to grow by +4.1% over the projection horizon.
How Much Do Psychologists, All Other Make?
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual median | $73,521 |
| Hourly median | $35.35 |
| 10th percentile | $43,778 |
| 25th percentile | $58,649 |
| 75th percentile | $88,393 |
| 90th percentile | $103,265 |
Compensation varies based on experience, location, and industry.
Pay by State
| State | Annual median salary |
|---|---|
| California | $147,650 |
| Oklahoma | $147,010 |
| Nevada | $144,390 |
| Nebraska | $137,990 |
| North Carolina | $137,130 |
| South Carolina | $135,950 |
| Tennessee | $135,570 |
| Alabama | $134,370 |
| Kansas | $133,540 |
| Connecticut | $132,040 |
| Ohio | $131,310 |
| South Dakota | $128,560 |
| Massachusetts | $128,180 |
| Arizona | $128,040 |
| Missouri | $127,230 |
| Pennsylvania | $126,460 |
| Virginia | $125,630 |
| New Jersey | $124,800 |
| Kentucky | $124,550 |
| Indiana | $123,880 |
| Iowa | $123,740 |
| Florida | $123,610 |
| Maryland | $123,490 |
| Idaho | $122,720 |
| Puerto Rico | $120,270 |
| Washington | $120,080 |
| Colorado | $118,640 |
| Arkansas | $118,600 |
| District of Columbia | $117,960 |
| New York | $113,730 |
| Georgia | $113,730 |
| Louisiana | $113,620 |
| Mississippi | $111,430 |
| Rhode Island | $111,310 |
| Minnesota | $110,190 |
| Wisconsin | $107,540 |
| Utah | $90,270 |
| Oregon | $82,960 |
| Texas | $81,830 |
| Illinois | $81,270 |
| Michigan | $78,670 |
| Vermont | $76,490 |
| New Hampshire | $75,990 |
| Maine | $63,490 |
| West Virginia | $41,900 |
Where Psychologists, All Other Earn the Most
Pay for psychologists, all other differ across the country. Top regions by median wage:
| Region | Median annual wage | Share of U.S. jobs | Location quotient |
|---|---|---|---|
| Far Western US | $129,810 | 16.6% | 1.27 |
| Plains States | $120,900 | 5.3% | 0.88 |
| Middle Atlantic | $120,815 | 15.9% | 1.29 |
| Other U.S. Territories | $120,270 | 0.4% | 0.67 |
| Southeast | $120,151 | 21.7% | 1.00 |
| Rocky Mountains | $119,237 | 2.4% | 1.00 |
| New England | $105,682 | 7.2% | 1.92 |
| Great Lakes | $99,377 | 15.9% | 1.56 |
Highest-Paying Metro Areas for Psychologists, All Other
| Metro area | State | Median annual wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | CA | $169,330 | 110 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | CA | $160,640 | 500 |
| Fresno, CA | CA | $157,240 | 40 |
| Reno, NV | NV | $151,900 | 30 |
| Asheville, NC | NC | $149,990 | 50 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | OK | $147,910 | |
| Raleigh-Cary, NC | NC | $147,830 | 40 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | CA | $146,350 | 240 |
Industry Breakdown
Most psychologists, all other are found across these industries:
| Industry | Employment | Median annual wage |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 7,200 | $81,270 |
| Educational Services | 980 | $80,130 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 300 | $102,990 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | 100 | $112,250 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | 40 | $140,730 |
Below are examples of industries where psychologists, all other work:
Top Programs to Study For This Career
Aspiring psychologists, all other often complete programs in:
Psychology
24 programs across 4 majors
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
3 programs across 1 majors
Social Sciences
1 programs across 1 majors
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
1 programs across 1 majors
Sources
This profile draws on the following authoritative sources:
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) for employment and wage data by state and industry.
- BLS Employment Projections for total employment and growth forecasts.
- O*NET (Occupational Information Network) for skills, knowledge, tasks, work activities, work context, technology, and education-zone data.
SOC code: 19-3039.00 (Psychologists, All Other).