Salary Report for Tennessee Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
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Compare Tennessee to U.S.
Tennessee Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn an average of $108,560 which is 8% more than the national average salary of $99,640.
| Type | Tennessee | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $52.19 | $47.90 | 8.96% |
| Average Annual Salary | $108,560 | $99,640 | 8.95% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Tennessee, 50% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn between $62,260 and $132,920 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 $47,150, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 51 | Under $47,150 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 76 | $47,150 – $62,260 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 128 | $62,260 – $98,030 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 128 | $98,030 – $132,920 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 76 | $98,030 – $0 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 51 | Above $0 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Tennessee psychologists earn about $117,808 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $99,640.
Cost-of-living in Tennessee is 8% less than the national average, which means Tennessee 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 Substance Abuse Counselors ($42,210), Marriage and Family Therapists ($43,560), Social Workers ($46,280), Health Care Social Workers ($52,920), School Psychologists ($67,420), and Psychology Teachers ($78,840).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $108,560 |
| Psychology Teachers | $78,840 |
| School Psychologists | $67,420 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $52,920 |
| Social Workers | $46,280 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $43,560 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $42,210 |
Salaries Ranked by Tennessee Cities
The average salary for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Tennessee is $108,560. The top cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the most are Knoxville ($93,440), Memphis ($118,390) and Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin ($109,700).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the highest average annual salary are Memphis ($127,686), Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin ($113,116) and Chattanooga ($109,214).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $118,390 | $127,686 | $9,296 |
| Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin | $109,700 | $113,116 | $3,416 |
| Chattanooga | $100,510 | $109,214 | $8,704 |
| Knoxville | $93,440 | $101,942 | $8,502 |
Salary FAQ for Tennessee Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Chattanooga
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $100,510
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $109,214
Hourly Wage: $48.32
Currently Employed: 50
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.03
Chattanooga Salary Report
Knoxville
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $93,440
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $101,942
Hourly Wage: $45
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.66
Knoxville Salary Report
Memphis
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $118,390
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $127,686
Hourly Wage: $56.92
Currently Employed: 100
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.72
Memphis Salary Report
Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $109,700
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $113,116
Hourly Wage: $53
Currently Employed: 200
Cost-of-Living Index: 96.98
Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin Salary Report
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