Forensic Psychiatrist Salary in the United States

Forensic Psychiatrist Salary

How much does a Forensic Psychiatrist make in the United States? The average Forensic Psychiatrist salary in the United States is $220,301 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $197,412 and $246,428. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Forensic Psychiatrist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $176,572 US April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $197,412 US April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $220,301 US April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $246,428 US April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $270,215 US April 24, 2024
25% $197,412 10% $176,572 90% $270,215 75% $246,428 $220,301 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Forensic Psychiatrist ?

Forensic psychiatry is a sub-speciality of psychiatry and is related to criminology. It encompasses the interface between law and psychiatry. A forensic psychiatrist provides services - such as determination of competency to stand trial - to a court of law to facilitate the adjudicative process and provide treatment like medications and psychotherapy to criminals....

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  • University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus - Aurora, CO
    Faculty. Description. University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Department. Department of Psychiatry, Division of Community Population and Public Men...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Jordan Valley Community Health Center - Springfield, MO
    Description. Psychiatrist- Full Time, 36 hours a week- Full Benefits-Outpatient. Looking to sign an established professional or a student finishing residen...
    - 5 Months Ago
  • Caron Treatment Centers - Delray Beach, FL
    Join a purpose-driven team at Caron Treatment Centers, where for nearly 70 years, we’ve been helping people find a path to recovery from addiction and rebu...
    - 8 Months Ago
  • Inova Health System - Falls Church, VA
    Forensic Nurse Examiner - Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Level 1 Trauma Center. Inova's Level 1 Trauma center is looking for a dedicated Forensic Nurse Ex...
    - 2 Months Ago
  • NMS Labs - Horsham, PA
    Title: Forensic/Clinical Lab Technicians (multiple openings). Department: Multiple. Job Type: Full Time Regular. Location: Horsham, PA. Functional Area: Cl...
    - 7 Months Ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Forensic Psychiatrist in the United States. The base salary for Forensic Psychiatrist ranges from $197,412 to $246,428 with the average base salary of $220,301. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $202,391 to $253,986 with the average total cash compensation of $223,936.
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