Healthcare Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Psychologist Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median psychologist salary in Dover, DE is $83,623 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 4.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$83,623
vs State Avg
$-4,267
vs National
$-1,707
Cost of Living
96%

Psychologist Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level psychologist earns around $50,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$50,960
$-1,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,240
$-1,760 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,100
$-2,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $47,040
25th Percentile $62,720
Median (50th) $83,623
75th Percentile $112,700
90th Percentile $151,900

Psychologist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$91,303
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$88,743
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$86,183
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$85,330
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Psychologist in Dover

Education

Most psychologist positions require a doctoral degree. Dover and the surrounding Delaware 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 Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.