Healthcare Indianapolis, IN Pop. 887,642

Psychologist Salary in Indianapolis, Indiana

The median psychologist salary in Indianapolis, IN is $79,357 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Indiana state average.

City Median
$79,357
vs State Avg
+$2,560
vs National
$-5,973
Cost of Living
93%

Psychologist Salary in Indianapolis by Experience

In Indianapolis, an entry-level psychologist earns around $48,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,850 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$48,360
$-3,640 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$81,840
$-6,160 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$134,850
$-10,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indianapolis, IN

Percentile Indianapolis
10th Percentile $44,640
25th Percentile $59,520
Median (50th) $79,357
75th Percentile $106,950
90th Percentile $144,150

Psychologist Salary in Other Indiana Cities

Carmel, IN
$89,597
Pop. 99,757
Fort Wayne, IN
$72,531
Pop. 263,886
Evansville, IN
$71,677
Pop. 117,429
South Bend, IN
$70,824
Pop. 103,453

How to Become a Psychologist in Indianapolis

Education

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