As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for phd psychologist in Texas is $144,090, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,771 weekly, or $12,008 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 Texas vary widely, spanning from $118,112 to $159,916. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($130,492) and 75th percentile ($152,374), while top earners (90th percentile) make $159,916 per year. This $21,882 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, Texas phd psychologist often earn 2.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 50 companies. However, Texas currently ranks 25 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 $118,112 TX September 01, 2026
25th Percentile phd psychologist Salary $130,492 TX September 01, 2026
50th Percentile phd psychologist Salary $144,090 TX September 01, 2026
75th Percentile phd psychologist Salary $152,374 TX September 01, 2026
90th Percentile phd psychologist Salary $159,916 TX September 01, 2026
25% $130,492 10% $118,112 90% $159,916 75% $152,374 $144,090 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 Abbott, TX Avg. Salary $130,568 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Abernathy, TX Avg. Salary $129,103 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Abilene, TX Avg. Salary $127,652 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ace, TX Avg. Salary $131,737 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ackerly, TX Avg. Salary $128,741 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Addison, TX Avg. Salary $142,726 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adkins, TX Avg. Salary $134,787 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adrian, TX Avg. Salary $128,963 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Afton, TX Avg. Salary $128,623 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Agua Dulce, TX Avg. Salary $133,094 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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