Healthcare Aurora, CO Pop. 386,261

Psychiatrist Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median psychiatrist salary in Aurora, CO is $273,524 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$273,524
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$17,894
Cost of Living
105%

Psychiatrist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level psychiatrist earns around $133,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $411,950 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$133,750
+$8,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$276,060
+$18,060 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$411,950
+$26,950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $128,400
25th Percentile $187,250
Median (50th) $273,524
75th Percentile $353,100
90th Percentile $428,000

Psychiatrist Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$332,319
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$291,418
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$276,080
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$260,743
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Psychiatrist in Aurora

Education

Most psychiatrist positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PsychiatryPsychopharmacologyCBT/DBTDiagnosisPatient AssessmentDocumentation

Job Outlook

Nationally, psychiatrist employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.