What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for private practice psychologist?

As of September 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of private practice psychologist in the United States is $63. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for private practice psychologist in the US can go up to $70 and the lowest down to $51, but most earn between $57 and $66. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of private practice psychologist in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
private practice psychologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile private practice psychologist Salary $51 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile private practice psychologist Salary $57 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile private practice psychologist Salary $63 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile private practice psychologist Salary $66 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile private practice psychologist Salary $70 US September 01, 2026
25% $57 10% $51 90% $70 75% $66 $63 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A private practice psychologist ?

A private practice psychologist provides mental health services to individuals, couples, and families, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of various psychological issues. Responsibilities include conducting therapy sessions, developing treatment plans, and maintaining client records. Psychologists may specialize in areas such as clinical psychology, counseling, or neuropsychology. Salaries for private practice psychologists can vary widely based on factors such as location, years of experience, and client base. On average, annual earnings range from $70,000 to over $150,000. Su...

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    Psychologist - M.A.

    7 + years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    private practice psychologist

    10 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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Average Hourly Wage

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63

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of private practice psychologist in the United States. The average hourly rate for private practice psychologist ranges from $57 to $66 with the average hourly pay of $63. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $56 to $69 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $62.

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