Healthcare Honolulu, HI Pop. 350,964

Psychologist Salary in Honolulu, Hawaii

The median psychologist salary in Honolulu, HI is $156,154 per year, which is 83.0% above the national median and 2.8% above the Hawaii state average.

City Median
$156,154
vs State Avg
+$4,267
vs National
+$70,824
Cost of Living
175%

Psychologist Salary in Honolulu by Experience

In Honolulu, an entry-level psychologist earns around $95,160, while experienced professionals earn up to $265,350 per year. The local cost of living index is 175% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$95,160
+$43,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$161,040
+$73,040 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$265,350
+$120,350 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Honolulu, HI

Percentile Honolulu
10th Percentile $87,840
25th Percentile $117,120
Median (50th) $156,154
75th Percentile $210,450
90th Percentile $283,650

Psychologist Salary in Other Hawaii Cities

Kailua, HI
$151,887
Pop. 38,635
Pearl City, HI
$150,181
Pop. 47,698
Waipahu, HI
$145,061
Pop. 38,216
Hilo, HI
$136,528
Pop. 45,703

How to Become a Psychologist in Honolulu

Education

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