Healthcare Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Psychologist Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median psychologist salary in Lafayette, LA is $75,090 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$75,090
vs State Avg
$-2,560
vs National
$-10,240
Cost of Living
88%

Psychologist Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level psychologist earns around $45,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$45,760
$-6,240 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$77,440
$-10,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$127,600
$-17,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $42,240
25th Percentile $56,320
Median (50th) $75,090
75th Percentile $101,200
90th Percentile $136,400

Psychologist Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$83,623
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$78,504
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$73,384
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$72,531
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Psychologist in Lafayette

Education

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