Healthcare Lowell, MA Pop. 115,554

Psychologist Salary in Lowell, Massachusetts

The median psychologist salary in Lowell, MA is $96,423 per year, which is 13.0% above the national median and 21% below the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$96,423
vs State Avg
$-25,599
vs National
+$11,093
Cost of Living
105%

Psychologist Salary in Lowell by Experience

In Lowell, an entry-level psychologist earns around $58,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $163,850 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,760
+$6,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$99,440
+$11,440 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$163,850
+$18,850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lowell, MA

Percentile Lowell
10th Percentile $54,240
25th Percentile $72,320
Median (50th) $96,423
75th Percentile $129,950
90th Percentile $175,150

Psychologist Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Cambridge, MA
$143,354
Pop. 118,403
Boston, MA
$136,528
Pop. 675,647
Worcester, MA
$100,689
Pop. 206,518
Springfield, MA
$90,450
Pop. 155,929

How to Become a Psychologist in Lowell

Education

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