As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Psychologist in Phoenix, AZ is $117,134, equivalent to $56 per hour, $2,253 weekly, or $9,761 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Psychologist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Psychologist in Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $96,014 to $130,000. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($106,079) and 75th percentile ($123,868), while top earners (90th percentile) make $130,000 per year. This $17,789 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, Phoenix Entry Level Psychologist often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 statewide for Entry Level Psychologist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Entry Level Psychologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $96,014 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $106,079 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $117,134 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $123,868 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Psychologist Salary $130,000 Phoenix, AZ June 01, 2026
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What is an Entry Level 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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    Psychologist - M.A.

    7 + years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Entry Level Psychologist

    10 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Psychological Services Director


    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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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 Entry Level Psychologist in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Entry Level Psychologist ranges from $106,079 to $123,868 with the average base salary of $117,134. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $103,017 to $127,706 with the average total cash compensation of $114,799.

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