Salary Report for Louisiana Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
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Compare Louisiana to U.S.
Louisiana Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn an average of $101,420 which is 1% more than the national average salary of $99,640.
| Type | Louisiana | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $48.76 | $47.90 | 1.80% |
| Average Annual Salary | $101,420 | $99,640 | 1.79% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Louisiana, 50% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn between $62,260 and $124,970 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn more than $203,650, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn under $49,520, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 20 | Under $49,520 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 30 | $49,520 – $62,260 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 50 | $62,260 – $93,750 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 50 | $93,750 – $124,970 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 30 | $93,750 – $203,650 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 20 | Above $203,650 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Louisiana psychologists earn about $109,383 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $99,640.
Cost-of-living in Louisiana is 7% less than the national average, which means Louisiana residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists tend to earn more than Marriage and Family Therapists ($38,060), Substance Abuse Counselors ($39,970), Social Workers ($45,010), Health Care Social Workers ($55,060), Psychology Teachers ($74,980), and Forensic Psychologists ($97,890).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $101,420 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $97,890 |
| Psychology Teachers | $74,980 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $55,060 |
| Social Workers | $45,010 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $39,970 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $38,060 |
Salaries Ranked by Louisiana Cities
The average salary for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Louisiana is $101,420. The top cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the most are New Orleans-Metairie ($109,070), Baton Rouge ($106,490) and Lafayette ($105,300).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the highest average annual salary are Lafayette ($114,981), New Orleans-Metairie ($112,606) and Baton Rouge ($112,485).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $109,070 | $112,606 | $3,536 |
| Baton Rouge | $106,490 | $112,485 | $5,995 |
| Lafayette | $105,300 | $114,981 | $9,681 |
Salary FAQ for Louisiana Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Baton Rouge
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $106,490
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $112,485
Hourly Wage: $51.20
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 94.67
Baton Rouge Salary Report
Lafayette
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $105,300
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $114,981
Hourly Wage: $51
Currently Employed: 30
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.58
Lafayette Salary Report
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