Healthcare Columbia, MO Pop. 126,254

Psychologist Salary in Columbia, Missouri

The median psychologist salary in Columbia, MO is $75,090 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 0.0% above the Missouri state average.

City Median
$75,090
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-10,240
Cost of Living
88%

Psychologist Salary in Columbia by Experience

In Columbia, 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 Columbia, MO

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

Psychologist Salary in Other Missouri Cities

Kansas City, MO
$78,504
Pop. 508,090
Saint Louis, MO
$76,797
Pop. 301,578
Independence, MO
$72,531
Pop. 123,011
Springfield, MO
$69,971
Pop. 169,176

How to Become a Psychologist in Columbia

Education

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