Salary Report for Minnesota Forensic Psychologists
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Compare Minnesota to U.S.
Minnesota Forensic Psychologists earn an average of $81,150 which is 17% less than the national average salary of $98,010.
| Type | Minnesota | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $39.01 | $47.12 | -17.21% |
| Average Annual Salary | $81,150 | $98,010 | -17.20% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Minnesota, 50% of Forensic Psychologists earn between $50,390 and $112,550 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Forensic Psychologists earn more than $130,360, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Forensic Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of Forensic Psychologists earn under $39,560, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Forensic Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 61 | Under $39,560 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 92 | $39,560 – $50,390 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 152 | $50,390 – $64,500 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 152 | $64,500 – $112,550 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 92 | $64,500 – $130,360 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 61 | Above $130,360 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Forensic Psychologists in Minnesota psychologists earn about $82,286 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $98,010.
Cost-of-living in Minnesota is 1% less than the national average, which means Minnesota 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
With an average annual salary of $81,150, Minnesota Forensic Psychologists tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($93,790), and Psychology Teachers ($88,450).
However, Forensic Psychologists tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($53,210), Social Workers ($60,940), Health Care Social Workers ($62,740), Marriage and Family Therapists ($68,660), and School Psychologists ($79,320).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $93,790 |
| Psychology Teachers | $88,450 |
| Forensic Psychologists | $81,150 |
| School Psychologists | $79,320 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $68,660 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $62,740 |
| Social Workers | $60,940 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $53,210 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Minnesota the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (9,990), Social Workers (9,560) and Health Care Social Workers (5,110).
The three professions in Minnesota needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (22.9%), Marriage and Family Therapists (15.4%) and Health Care Social Workers (12.3%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers | 8,640 | 9,560 | 10.6% | 920 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 8,130 | 9,990 | 22.9% | 1,020 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 4,550 | 5,110 | 12.3% | 500 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 1,490 | 1,720 | 15.4% | 170 |
| Psychology Teachers | 760 | 800 | 5.3% | 80 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 580 | 600 | 3.4% | 40 |
Salaries Ranked by Minnesota Cities
The average salary for Forensic Psychologists in Minnesota is $81,150. The top cities that pay Forensic Psychologists the most is Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington ($73,700).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Forensic Psychologists the highest average annual salary is Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington ($71,422).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Forensic 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 Forensic Psychologists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $73,700 | $71,422 | $-2,278 |
Salary FAQ for Minnesota Forensic Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington
Average Forensic Psychologists Salary: $73,700
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $71,422
Hourly Wage: $35.43
Currently Employed: 430
Cost-of-Living Index: 103.19
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Forensic Psychologists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data