Healthcare Pawtucket, RI Pop. 75,604

Psychologist Salary in Pawtucket, Rhode Island

The median psychologist salary in Pawtucket, RI is $84,477 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 8.3% below the Rhode Island state average.

City Median
$84,477
vs State Avg
$-7,679
vs National
$-853
Cost of Living
96%

Psychologist Salary in Pawtucket by Experience

In Pawtucket, an entry-level psychologist earns around $51,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $143,550 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,480
$-520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$87,120
$-880 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$143,550
$-1,450 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pawtucket, RI

Percentile Pawtucket
10th Percentile $47,520
25th Percentile $63,360
Median (50th) $84,477
75th Percentile $113,850
90th Percentile $153,450

Psychologist Salary in Other Rhode Island Cities

Providence, RI
$94,716
Pop. 190,934
Warwick, RI
$89,597
Pop. 82,823
Cranston, RI
$87,890
Pop. 82,934
East Providence, RI
$86,183
Pop. 47,139

How to Become a Psychologist in Pawtucket

Education

Most psychologist positions require a doctoral degree. Pawtucket and the surrounding Rhode Island 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 Pawtucket may vary based on local industry and population growth.