Healthcare Bangor, ME Pop. 32,029

Psychologist Salary in Bangor, Maine

The median psychologist salary in Bangor, ME is $80,210 per year, which is 6% below the national median and 6% below the Maine state average.

City Median
$80,210
vs State Avg
$-5,120
vs National
$-5,120
Cost of Living
92%

Psychologist Salary in Bangor by Experience

In Bangor, an entry-level psychologist earns around $48,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$48,880
$-3,120 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$82,720
$-5,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$136,300
$-8,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bangor, ME

Percentile Bangor
10th Percentile $45,120
25th Percentile $60,160
Median (50th) $80,210
75th Percentile $108,100
90th Percentile $145,700

Psychologist Salary in Other Maine Cities

Portland, ME
$93,863
Pop. 68,408
South Portland, ME
$91,303
Pop. 25,665
Lewiston, ME
$78,504
Pop. 37,121
Auburn, ME
$77,650
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Psychologist in Bangor

Education

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