Healthcare Morgantown, WV Pop. 30,955

Psychiatrist Salary in Morgantown, West Virginia

The median psychiatrist salary in Morgantown, WV is $224,954 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 7.3% above the West Virginia state average.

City Median
$224,954
vs State Avg
+$15,337
vs National
$-30,676
Cost of Living
90%

Psychiatrist Salary in Morgantown by Experience

In Morgantown, an entry-level psychiatrist earns around $110,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $338,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$110,000
$-15,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$227,040
$-30,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$338,800
$-46,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Morgantown, WV

Percentile Morgantown
10th Percentile $105,600
25th Percentile $154,000
Median (50th) $224,954
75th Percentile $290,400
90th Percentile $352,000

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How to Become a Psychiatrist in Morgantown

Education

Most psychiatrist positions require a doctoral degree. Morgantown and the surrounding West Virginia 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 Morgantown may vary based on local industry and population growth.