Adjunct, Psychology Salary in the United States

How much does an Adjunct, Psychology make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjunct, Psychology in the United States is $85,241 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

However, an Adjunct, Psychology's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,797
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,395 to $91,813
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,252
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Adjunct, Psychology Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $91,813 $7,651 $1,766 $44
Average $85,241 $7,103 $1,639 $41
25th Percentile $77,395 $6,450 $1,488 $37
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Key Factors That Influence Adjunct, Psychology Salaries

An Adjunct, Psychology'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 Adjunct, Psychology Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Adjunct, Psychology'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $74,617
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $83,871
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,644
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,470
  • Expert (over 8 years): $152,129
Levels Salary
CAE Desig... Level Adjunct, Psychology$74,617
Adjunct, ... Level Adjunct, Psychology$83,871
CAE Desig... Level Adjunct, Psychology$115,644
CAE Desig... Level Adjunct, Psychology$133,470
CAE Desig... Level Adjunct, Psychology$152,129
$74,617 0 yr
$83,871 < 2 yrs
$115,644 2-4 yrs
$133,470 5-8 yrs
$152,129 > 8 yrs
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How Do Adjunct, Psychology 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 Adjunct, Psychologies. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $94,378.
  • California: $94,020.
  • Massachusetts: $92,767.

Top Paying Cities for Adjunct, Psychologies

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:

  • San Jose: $107,514
  • San Francisco: $106,337
  • Oakland: $104,096

What Skills Can Increase an Adjunct, Psychology's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Presentation (Mentioned in 7.77% Job Postings): Presentation conveys information from a speaker to an audience. Presentations are typically demonstrations, introduction, lecture, or speech meant to inform, persuade, inspire, motivate, build goodwill, or present a new idea/product.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.33% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Space Planning (Mentioned in 1.48% Job Postings): Analyzing, organizing, and building interior design layouts to maximize available space in accordance with client's specifications.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Presentation 7.77%
Microsoft Office 2.33%
Space Planning 1.48%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Adjunct, Psychology's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Verbal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
$90,355
6%
Leadership
$90,355
6%
Verbal Communication
$90,355
6%
Programming
$90,355
6%
Problem Solving
$88,650
4%
Solution Design
$88,650
4%
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Adjunct, Psychology Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Adjunct, Psychology roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Adjunct, Psychology positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Adjunct, Psychology as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Adjunct, Psychology

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$106,551$51.025%
Aerospace & Defense$102,289$49.020%
Pharmaceuticals$102,289$49.020%
Financial Services$98,027$47.015%
Insurance$98,027$47.015%

Adjunct, Psychology Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjunct, Psychology'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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Salary Trends for Adjunct, Psychology

Salaries for an Adjunct, Psychology can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $82,616 in 2023 to around $81,886 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Adjunct, Psychology salary trends, .

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FAQ about Adjunct, Psychology

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Adjunct, Psychology?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Adjunct, Psychology roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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