Healthcare Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Psychologist Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median psychologist salary in Middletown, DE is $85,330 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 2.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$85,330
vs State Avg
$-2,560
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
98%

Psychologist Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level psychologist earns around $52,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$88,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$145,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $48,000
25th Percentile $64,000
Median (50th) $85,330
75th Percentile $115,000
90th Percentile $155,000

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
Dover, DE
$83,623
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Psychologist in Middletown

Education

Most psychologist positions require a doctoral degree. Middletown 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 Middletown may vary based on local industry and population growth.