As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Forensic Psychiatrist in Acton, CA is $275,764, equivalent to $133 per hour, $5,303 weekly, or $22,980 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Forensic Psychiatrist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Forensic Psychiatrist in Acton, CA vary widely, spanning from $244,380 to $330,765. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($259,337) and 75th percentile ($304,554), while top earners (90th percentile) make $330,765 per year. This $45,217 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Scheduling or Case Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Acton Forensic Psychiatrist often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. 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
Forensic Psychiatrist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $244,380 Acton, CA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $259,337 Acton, CA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $275,764 Acton, CA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $304,554 Acton, CA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Forensic Psychiatrist Salary $330,765 Acton, CA May 01, 2026
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What is a Forensic Psychiatrist ?

Forensic psychiatry is a sub-speciality of psychiatry and is related to criminology. It encompasses the interface between law and psychiatry. A forensic psychiatrist provides services - such as determination of competency to stand trial - to a court of law to facilitate the adjudicative process and provide treatment like medications and psychotherapy to criminals....

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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 Forensic Psychiatrist in Acton, CA. The base salary for Forensic Psychiatrist ranges from $259,337 to $304,554 with the average base salary of $275,764. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $249,423 to $303,270 with the average total cash compensation of $277,403.
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About Acton, California    Acton is an unincorporated census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, near the Antelope Valley. According to the 2010 census, Acton h....More

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