Healthcare Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Psychologist Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median psychologist salary in Birmingham, AL is $76,797 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$76,797
vs State Avg
+$2,560
vs National
$-8,533
Cost of Living
90%

Psychologist Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level psychologist earns around $46,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $130,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$46,800
$-5,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$79,200
$-8,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$130,500
$-14,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $43,200
25th Percentile $57,600
Median (50th) $76,797
75th Percentile $103,500
90th Percentile $139,500

Psychologist Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$78,504
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$75,090
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$73,384
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$72,531
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Psychologist in Birmingham

Education

Most psychologist positions require a doctoral degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PsychotherapyPsychological AssessmentCBT/DBTResearch MethodsClinical DocumentationEthics

Job Outlook

Nationally, psychologist employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.