As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for phd psychologist in Arizona is $143,943, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,768 weekly, or $11,995 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for phd psychologist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for phd psychologist in Arizona vary widely, spanning from $117,991 to $159,752. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($130,359) and 75th percentile ($152,218), while top earners (90th percentile) make $159,752 per year. This $21,859 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, Arizona phd psychologist often earn 2.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 50 companies. However, Arizona currently ranks 27 nationwide for phd 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
phd psychologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile phd psychologist Salary $117,991 AZ September 01, 2026
25th Percentile phd psychologist Salary $130,359 AZ September 01, 2026
50th Percentile phd psychologist Salary $143,943 AZ September 01, 2026
75th Percentile phd psychologist Salary $152,218 AZ September 01, 2026
90th Percentile phd psychologist Salary $159,752 AZ September 01, 2026
25% $130,359 10% $117,991 90% $159,752 75% $152,218 $143,943 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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A PhD psychologist typically engages in advanced research, clinical practice, and teaching within the field of psychology. Responsibilities may include conducting psychological assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing therapy to individuals or groups. Additionally, these professionals often contribute to academic research, publish findings in scholarly journals, and may supervise graduate students or interns. Salaries for PhD psychologists can vary widely based on factors such as geographic location, area of specialization, and type of employment setting (e.g., academic institu...

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Location Aguila, AZ Avg. Salary $137,805 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ajo, AZ Avg. Salary $137,510 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alpine, AZ Avg. Salary $137,394 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Amado, AZ Avg. Salary $137,383 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Apache Junction, AZ Avg. Salary $142,572 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Arivaca, AZ Avg. Salary $137,459 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Arizona City, AZ Avg. Salary $138,979 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Arlington, AZ Avg. Salary $138,863 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ash Fork, AZ Avg. Salary $137,527 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Avondale, AZ Avg. Salary $142,781 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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