Salary Report for Massachusetts Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
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Compare Massachusetts to U.S.
Massachusetts Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn an average of $92,110 which is 7% less than the national average salary of $99,640.
| Type | Massachusetts | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $44.29 | $47.90 | -7.54% |
| Average Annual Salary | $92,110 | $99,640 | -7.56% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Massachusetts, 50% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn between $62,800 and $105,020 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 $135,650, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn under $50,730, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 312 | Under $50,730 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 468 | $50,730 – $62,800 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 780 | $62,800 – $80,840 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 780 | $80,840 – $105,020 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 468 | $80,840 – $135,650 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 312 | Above $135,650 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Massachusetts psychologists earn about $85,732 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $99,640.
Cost-of-living in Massachusetts is 7% higher than the national average, which means Massachusetts residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $92,110, Massachusetts Clinical and Counseling Psychologists tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($100,070), Psychology Teachers ($96,650), and School Psychologists ($92,730).
However, Clinical and Counseling Psychologists tend to earn more than Marriage and Family Therapists ($53,940), Social Workers ($54,980), Substance Abuse Counselors ($55,160), Health Care Social Workers ($64,250), and Industrial Organizational Psychologists ($72,640).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $100,070 |
| Psychology Teachers | $96,650 |
| School Psychologists | $92,730 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $92,110 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychologists | $72,640 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $64,250 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $55,160 |
| Social Workers | $54,980 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $53,940 |
Salaries Ranked by Massachusetts Cities
The average salary for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Massachusetts is $92,110. The top cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the most are Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area ($98,770), Worcester ($96,090) and Boston-Cambridge-Nashua ($95,390).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the highest average annual salary are Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area ($90,856), Worcester ($88,391) and Boston-Cambridge-Nashua ($87,747).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area | $98,770 | $90,856 | $-7,914 |
| Worcester | $96,090 | $88,391 | $-7,699 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Nashua | $95,390 | $87,747 | $-7,643 |
| Springfield | $89,010 | $81,878 | $-7,132 |
| Leominster-Gardner | $82,960 | $76,313 | $-6,647 |
| New Bedford | $79,750 | $73,360 | $-6,390 |
| Barnstable Town | $78,080 | $71,824 | $-6,256 |
Salary FAQ for Massachusetts Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Barnstable Town
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $78,080
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $71,824
Hourly Wage: $37.54
Currently Employed: 110
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Barnstable Town Salary Report
Boston-Cambridge-Nashua
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $95,390
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $87,747
Hourly Wage: $46
Currently Employed: 2,070
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Boston-Cambridge-Nashua Salary Report
Leominster-Gardner
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $82,960
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $76,313
Hourly Wage: $39.88
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Leominster-Gardner Salary Report
Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $98,770
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $90,856
Hourly Wage: $47
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Massachusetts Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
New Bedford
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $79,750
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $73,360
Hourly Wage: $38.34
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
New Bedford Salary Report
Springfield
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $89,010
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $81,878
Hourly Wage: $43
Currently Employed: 310
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Springfield Salary Report
Worcester
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $96,090
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $88,391
Hourly Wage: $46.20
Currently Employed: 260
Cost-of-Living Index: 108.71
Worcester Salary Report
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