Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Portland-South Portland
Compared to Maine
Portland-South Portland Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn an average of $83,310 or $40.05 per hour which is 9% less than the Maine average salary of $91,630.
| Average | Portland-South Portland | Maine | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $40.05 | $44.05 | -9.08% |
| Annual Salary | $83,310 | $91,630 | -9.08% |
Compared to the U.S.
Portland-South Portland Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn an average of $83,310 or $40.05 per hour which is 16% less than the U.S. average salary of $99,640.
| Average | Portland-South Portland | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $40.05 | $47.90 | -16.39% |
| Annual Salary | $83,310 | $99,640 | -16.39% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Portland-South Portland earns an average annual salary of $90,123 which compares to the Maine average annual salary of $91,630. per year.
Cost-of-living in Portland-South Portland is 8% less than the Maine average, which means Portland-South Portland residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Maine average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $83,310 | 92.44% | $90,123 |
| Maine | $91,630 | 96.78% | $94,679 |
| U.S. | $99,640 | – | $99,640 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Portland-South Portland, 50% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn between $62,300 and $95,290 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 $109,620, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn under $56,100, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 3 | Under $56,100 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 4 | $56,100 – $62,300 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 8 | $62,300 – $79,760 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 8 | $79,760 – $95,290 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 4 | $79,760 – $109,620 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 3 | Above $109,620 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists tend to earn more than Health Care Social Workers ($58,940), Substance Abuse Counselors ($61,550), Social Workers ($68,890), Psychology Teachers ($72,220), School Psychologists ($79,680), and Forensic Psychologists ($80,300).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $83,310 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $80,300 |
| School Psychologists | $79,680 |
| Psychology Teachers | $72,220 |
| Social Workers | $68,890 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $61,550 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $58,940 |
FAQ for Portland-South Portland Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
Additional Salary Reports for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Maine cities and Metros and U.S. States.
Official Data Sources for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data