Healthcare Huntington, WV Pop. 46,842

Psychologist Salary in Huntington, West Virginia

The median psychologist salary in Huntington, WV is $68,264 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 2.4% below the West Virginia state average.

City Median
$68,264
vs State Avg
$-1,707
vs National
$-17,066
Cost of Living
82%

Psychologist Salary in Huntington by Experience

In Huntington, an entry-level psychologist earns around $41,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $116,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,600
$-10,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$70,400
$-17,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$116,000
$-29,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Huntington, WV

Percentile Huntington
10th Percentile $38,400
25th Percentile $51,200
Median (50th) $68,264
75th Percentile $92,000
90th Percentile $124,000

Psychologist Salary in Other West Virginia Cities

How to Become a Psychologist in Huntington

Education

Most psychologist positions require a doctoral degree. Huntington and the surrounding West Virginia 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 Huntington may vary based on local industry and population growth.