What are the main factors that influence a Psychologist - M.A.'s salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Psychologist - M.A.'s salary?

A Psychologist - M.A.'s salary grows with experience: a Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC) (0-0 years)earns $65,261, a Psychologist - M.A. (7+ years)earns $96,439, a Psychologist - Ph.D. (7-10 years)earns $131,963, a Psychological Services Director (10+ years)earns $127,968,

What are the highest paying states for a Psychologist - M.A.?

Psychologist - M.A. salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Psychologist - M.A. roles are District of Columbia $105,439, California $105,039, Massachusetts $103,639. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Psychologist - M.A. roles make?

Salaries for Psychologist - M.A. level roles vary by specialization: Regional Director of Nursing MA: $243,626; Organizational Psychologist: $136,136; Psychologist - Ph.D.: $130,308; Clinical Licensed Psychologist M.A.: $95,300; Brockton MA. Travel Nurse: $74,420.

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Psychologist - M.A. Salary in Delaware

How much does a Psychologist - M.A. make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Psychologist - M.A. in Delaware is $96,439 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, a Psychologist - M.A.'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,988
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,032 to $103,531
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,556

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Psychologist - M.A. Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,531	$8,628	$1,991	$50
Average	$96,439	$8,037	$1,855	$46
25th Percentile	$86,032	$7,169	$1,654	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Psychologist - M.A. Salaries

A Psychologist - M.A.'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Psychologist - M.A. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Psychologist - M.A.'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC) (0-0 years): $65,261
Psychologist - M.A. (7+ years): $96,439
Psychologist - Ph.D. (7-10 years): $131,963
Psychological Services Director (10+ years): $127,968

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC)	0-0 years	$65,261
Psychologist - M.A.	7+ years	$96,439
Psychologist - Ph.D.	7-10 years	$131,963
Psychological Services Director	10+ years	$127,968

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How Do Psychologist - M.A. Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Psychologist - M.A.s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $105,439.
California: $105,039.
Massachusetts: $103,639.

District of Columbia $105,439 California $105,039 Massachusetts $103,639 Washington $103,258 New Jersey $103,220 Alaska $103,086 Connecticut $101,772 New York $101,239

Hawaii $99,534 Rhode Island $98,734 Maryland $98,192 Minnesota $97,449 Colorado $97,163 Illinois $97,068 Oregon $96,706 Delaware $96,439

New Hampshire $96,272 Virginia $95,897 Pennsylvania $94,801 Nevada $94,249 North Dakota $94,068 Michigan $93,783 Wisconsin $93,678 Vermont $93,468

Texas $92,887 Maine $92,849 Arizona $92,792 Ohio $92,725 Georgia $91,849 Indiana $91,411 Wyoming $91,326 Utah $91,192

Iowa $91,135 Kansas $90,678 Louisiana $90,545 North Carolina $90,497 Missouri $90,478 Florida $90,107 Montana $89,907 Nebraska $89,716

Kentucky $89,611 South Carolina $89,231 Tennessee $88,992 Idaho $88,897 New Mexico $88,202 Oklahoma $88,050 Alabama $87,488 South Dakota $86,545

Arkansas $86,031 West Virginia $85,755 Mississippi $84,926

Top Paying Cities for Psychologist - M.A.s

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $96,005
Little Creek: $96,708
Magnolia: $96,569

Lincoln, DE $96,005 Little Creek, DE $96,708 Magnolia, DE $96,569 Milford, DE $96,249 Marydel, DE $96,407 Millsboro, DE $95,602 Millville, DE $95,750 Milton, DE $95,916

Nassau, DE $95,985 Ocean View, DE $95,734 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,918 Seaford, DE $95,972 Selbyville, DE $95,575 Smyrna, DE $96,775 Viola, DE $96,329 Woodside, DE $96,588

Bear, DE $96,365 Newark, DE $96,329 Claymont, DE $96,526 Delaware City, DE $96,425 Hockessin, DE $96,320 Kirkwood, DE $96,407 Middletown, DE $96,444 Montchanin, DE $96,342

New Castle, DE $96,357 Odessa, DE $96,492 Port Penn, DE $96,557 Rockland, DE $96,352 Saint Georges, DE $96,414 Townsend, DE $96,562 Winterthur, DE $96,363 Lewes, DE $95,953

Wilmington, DE $96,325 Dover, DE $96,708 Dover Afb, DE $96,198 Bethany Beach, DE $95,633 Bethel, DE $95,732 Bridgeville, DE $95,958 Camden Wyoming, DE $96,436 Cheswold, DE $96,677

Clayton, DE $96,679 Dagsboro, DE $95,566 Delmar, DE $95,413 Ellendale, DE $95,702 Felton, DE $96,241 Fenwick Island, DE $95,587 Frankford, DE $95,420 Frederica, DE $96,337

Georgetown, DE $95,530 Greenwood, DE $95,973 Harbeson, DE $95,632 Harrington, DE $96,119 Hartly, DE $96,418 Houston, DE $95,982 Kenton, DE $96,684 Laurel, DE $95,473

Yorklyn, DE $96,349

Psychologist - M.A. Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Psychologist - M.A. salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $108,483. While startup companies pay approximate $92,114.

Psychologist - M.A. Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$92,114
Growth Stage	51~500	$97,322
Established	501~5000	$104,858
Enterprise	5000+	$108,483

Psychologist - M.A. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Psychologist - M.A.'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$86,032

Average $96,439/year

$103,531

$7,169

Average $8,037/month

$8,628

$1,654

Average $1,855/week

$1,991

$41

Average $46/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,531	$8,628	$1,991	$50
Average	$96,439	$8,037	$1,855	$46
25th Percentile	$86,032	$7,169	$1,654	$41

Psychologist - M.A. Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Psychologist - M.A., the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Psychologist - Ph.D. role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $131,963 - a projected growth of 37% over your current level.

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