Experimental Psychologist Salary in San Diego, California

Experimental Psychologist Salary in San Diego, CA

How much does an Experimental Psychologist make in San Diego, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Experimental Psychologist in San Diego, CA is $149,129. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $132,933 to a high of $166,784, with most professionals earning between $140,651 and $158,370.

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10th Percentile Experimental Psychologist Salary $132,933 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Experimental Psychologist Salary $140,651 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Experimental Psychologist Salary $149,129 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Experimental Psychologist Salary $158,370 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Experimental Psychologist Salary $166,784 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25% $140,651 10% $132,933 90% $166,784 75% $158,370 $149,129 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Psychologist - M.A.

    7 + years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Experimental Psychologist

    10 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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158370
149129

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140651
158370
149129
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Experimental Psychologist in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Experimental Psychologist ranges from $140,651 to $158,370 with the average base salary of $149,129. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $140,651 to $158,370 with the average total cash compensation of $149,129.

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