How Much Does a Self Employed Psychologist Make in the United States ? (2021 Salary Guide)

Self Employed Psychologist Salary in the United States

As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Self Employed Psychologist in the US is $142,046, equivalent to $68 per hour, $2,732 weekly, or $11,837 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Self Employed Psychologist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Self Employed Psychologist in the US vary widely, spanning from $116,341 to $157,482. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($128,591) and 75th percentile ($150,126), while top earners (90th percentile) make $157,482 per year. This $21,535 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or CPA, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Self Employed Psychologist often earn 11.3% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 13 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Self Employed Psychologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Self Employed Psychologist Salary $116,341 US May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Self Employed Psychologist Salary $128,591 US May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Self Employed Psychologist Salary $142,046 US May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Self Employed Psychologist Salary $150,126 US May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Self Employed Psychologist Salary $157,482 US May 18, 2021
25% $128,591 10% $116,341 90% $157,482 75% $150,126 $142,046 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Self Employed Psychologist ?

A psychologist studies normal and abnormal mental states, cognitive, emotional, and social processes and behavior by observing, interpreting, and recording how individuals relate to one another and to their environments. To become a psychologist, a person often completes a graduate university degree in psychology, but in most jurisdictions, members of other behavioral professions (such as counselors and psychiatrists) can also evaluate, diagnose, treat, and study mental processes....

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