Salary Report for New Jersey Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
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Compare New Jersey to U.S.
New Jersey Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn an average of $143,150 which is 43% more than the national average salary of $99,640.
| Type | New Jersey | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $68.82 | $47.90 | 43.67% |
| Average Annual Salary | $143,150 | $99,640 | 43.67% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In New Jersey, 50% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn between $101,170 and $170,890 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 $0, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn under $79,430, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 91 | Under $79,430 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 136 | $79,430 – $101,170 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 228 | $101,170 – $119,670 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 228 | $119,670 – $170,890 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 136 | $119,670 – $0 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 91 | Above $0 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in New Jersey psychologists earn about $128,778 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $99,640.
Cost-of-living in New Jersey is 11% higher than the national average, which means New Jersey 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
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($63,430), Health Care Social Workers ($71,310), Social Workers ($75,410), Marriage and Family Therapists ($81,330), School Psychologists ($88,570), Forensic Psychologists ($95,090), and Psychology Teachers ($96,000).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $143,150 |
| Psychology Teachers | $96,000 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $95,090 |
| School Psychologists | $88,570 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $81,330 |
| Social Workers | $75,410 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $71,310 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $63,430 |
Salaries Ranked by New Jersey Cities
The average salary for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in New Jersey is $143,150. The top cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the most is Trenton ($119,020).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the highest average annual salary is Trenton ($114,663).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | $119,020 | $114,663 | $-4,357 |
Salary FAQ for New Jersey Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Trenton
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $119,020
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $114,663
Hourly Wage: $57.22
Currently Employed: 130
Cost-of-Living Index: 103.80
Trenton Salary Report
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