What are the main factors that influence a Psychologist's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Psychologist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Psychologist roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Psychologist's salary?

A Psychologist's salary grows with experience: a Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC) (0-0 years)earns $66,647, a Psychologist (7+ years)earns $98,465, a Psychologist - Ph.D. (7-10 years)earns $134,758, a Psychological Services Director (10+ years)earns $130,710,

What are the highest paying states for a Psychologist?

Psychologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Psychologist roles are District of Columbia $116,289, California $115,848, Massachusetts $114,304. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Psychologist roles make?

Salaries for Psychologist level roles vary by specialization: Pediatric Psychologist: $246,012; phd psychologist: $147,727; Educational Psychologist: $139,853; Experimental Psychologist: $138,511; Organizational Psychologist: $136,148.

Psychologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Psychologist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Psychologist in Delaware is $106,364 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,831
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,472 to $121,788
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,824

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Psychologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,788	$10,149	$2,342	$59
Average	$106,364	$8,864	$2,045	$51
25th Percentile	$92,472	$7,706	$1,778	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Psychologist Salaries

A Psychologist'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 Do Psychologist 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 Psychologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $116,289.
California: $115,848.
Massachusetts: $114,304.

District of Columbia $116,289 California $115,848 Massachusetts $114,304 Washington $113,884 New Jersey $113,842 Alaska $113,695 Connecticut $112,246 New York $111,657

Hawaii $109,777 Rhode Island $108,895 Maryland $108,296 Minnesota $107,477 Colorado $107,162 Illinois $107,057 Oregon $106,658 Delaware $106,364

New Hampshire $106,179 Virginia $105,765 Pennsylvania $104,557 Nevada $103,948 North Dakota $103,749 Michigan $103,434 Wisconsin $103,318 Vermont $103,087

Texas $102,446 Maine $102,404 Arizona $102,341 Ohio $102,268 Georgia $101,301 Indiana $100,818 Wyoming $100,724 Utah $100,577

Iowa $100,514 Kansas $100,010 Louisiana $99,863 North Carolina $99,810 Missouri $99,789 Florida $99,379 Montana $99,159 Nebraska $98,949

Kentucky $98,833 South Carolina $98,413 Tennessee $98,151 Idaho $98,046 New Mexico $97,279 Oklahoma $97,111 Alabama $96,491 South Dakota $95,451

Arkansas $94,884 West Virginia $94,580 Mississippi $93,666

Top Paying Cities for Psychologists

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: $105,885
Little Creek: $106,660
Magnolia: $106,507

Lincoln, DE $105,885 Little Creek, DE $106,660 Magnolia, DE $106,507 Milford, DE $106,154 Marydel, DE $106,328 Millsboro, DE $105,441 Millville, DE $105,603 Milton, DE $105,786

Nassau, DE $105,863 Ocean View, DE $105,586 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,788 Seaford, DE $105,848 Selbyville, DE $105,410 Smyrna, DE $106,734 Viola, DE $106,242 Woodside, DE $106,528

Bear, DE $106,282 Newark, DE $106,242 Claymont, DE $106,459 Delaware City, DE $106,348 Hockessin, DE $106,233 Kirkwood, DE $106,328 Middletown, DE $106,369 Montchanin, DE $106,257

New Castle, DE $106,273 Odessa, DE $106,422 Port Penn, DE $106,493 Rockland, DE $106,267 Saint Georges, DE $106,336 Townsend, DE $106,499 Winterthur, DE $106,280 Lewes, DE $105,827

Wilmington, DE $106,238 Dover, DE $106,660 Dover Afb, DE $106,098 Bethany Beach, DE $105,474 Bethel, DE $105,584 Bridgeville, DE $105,832 Camden Wyoming, DE $106,360 Cheswold, DE $106,625

Clayton, DE $106,629 Dagsboro, DE $105,401 Delmar, DE $105,232 Ellendale, DE $105,551 Felton, DE $106,145 Fenwick Island, DE $105,424 Frankford, DE $105,240 Frederica, DE $106,250

Georgetown, DE $105,361 Greenwood, DE $105,849 Harbeson, DE $105,473 Harrington, DE $106,011 Hartly, DE $106,341 Houston, DE $105,860 Kenton, DE $106,634 Laurel, DE $105,298

Yorklyn, DE $106,264

Psychologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Psychologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Psychologist positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Psychologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Psychologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$159,546	$77.0	50%
Biotechnology	$127,637	$61.0	20%

Psychologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Psychologist'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$92,472

Average $106,364/year

$121,788

$7,706

Average $8,864/month

$10,149

$1,778

Average $2,045/week

$2,342

$44

Average $51/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,788	$10,149	$2,342	$59
Average	$106,364	$8,864	$2,045	$51
25th Percentile	$92,472	$7,706	$1,778	$44

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Psychologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Psychologist make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Psychologist Salaries

How Do Psychologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Psychologists

Psychologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Psychologist

Psychologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Psychologist

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