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Psychologist Salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

The median psychologist salary in Raleigh, NC is $83,623 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 6.5% above the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$83,623
vs State Avg
+$5,119
vs National
$-1,707
Cost of Living
98%

Psychologist Salary in Raleigh by Experience

In Raleigh, an entry-level psychologist earns around $50,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$50,960
$-1,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,240
$-1,760 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,100
$-2,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Raleigh, NC

Percentile Raleigh
10th Percentile $47,040
25th Percentile $62,720
Median (50th) $83,623
75th Percentile $112,700
90th Percentile $151,900

Psychologist Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Psychologist in Raleigh

Education

Most psychologist positions require a doctoral degree. Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina 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 Raleigh may vary based on local industry and population growth.