Healthcare Shreveport, LA Pop. 187,593

Psychologist Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana

The median psychologist salary in Shreveport, LA is $72,531 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 6.6% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$72,531
vs State Avg
$-5,119
vs National
$-12,799
Cost of Living
85%

Psychologist Salary in Shreveport by Experience

In Shreveport, an entry-level psychologist earns around $44,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $123,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,200
$-7,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$74,800
$-13,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$123,250
$-21,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Shreveport, LA

Percentile Shreveport
10th Percentile $40,800
25th Percentile $54,400
Median (50th) $72,531
75th Percentile $97,750
90th Percentile $131,750

Psychologist Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$83,623
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$78,504
Pop. 227,470
Lafayette, LA
$75,090
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$73,384
Pop. 80,000

How to Become a Psychologist in Shreveport

Education

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