Salary Report for Arizona Marriage and Family Therapists
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Compare Arizona to U.S.
Arizona Marriage and Family Therapists earn an average of $58,360 which is 2% less than the national average salary of $59,660.
| Type | Arizona | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $28.06 | $28.69 | -2.20% |
| Average Annual Salary | $58,360 | $59,660 | -2.18% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Arizona, 50% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn between $47,320 and $60,300 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn more than $62,950, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Marriage and Family Therapists.
Approximately 10% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn under $37,270, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Marriage and Family Therapists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 46 | Under $37,270 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 69 | $37,270 – $47,320 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 115 | $47,320 – $49,360 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 115 | $49,360 – $60,300 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 69 | $49,360 – $62,950 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 46 | Above $62,950 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Marriage and Family Therapists in Arizona psychologists earn about $58,908 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $59,660.
Cost-of-living in Arizona is 1% less than the national average, which means Arizona 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 $58,360, Arizona Marriage and Family Therapists tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($96,710), Psychology Teachers ($77,770), School Psychologists ($76,870), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($76,870), and Health Care Social Workers ($60,790).
However, Marriage and Family Therapists tend to earn more than Social Workers ($43,660), and Substance Abuse Counselors ($54,190).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $96,710 |
| Psychology Teachers | $77,770 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $76,870 |
| School Psychologists | $76,870 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $60,790 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $58,360 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $54,190 |
| Social Workers | $43,660 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Arizona the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (10,550), Social Workers (7,860) and Health Care Social Workers (5,250).
The three professions in Arizona needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (54.2%), Health Care Social Workers (41.5%) and Marriage and Family Therapists (39.2%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 6,840 | 10,550 | 54.2% | 1,170 |
| Social Workers | 6,280 | 7,860 | 25.2% | 800 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 3,710 | 5,250 | 41.5% | 560 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 1,020 | 1,420 | 39.2% | 150 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 910 | 1,060 | 16.5% | 80 |
| Psychology Teachers | 670 | 790 | 17.9% | 80 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychologists | 70 | 90 | 28.6% | 10 |
Salaries Ranked by Arizona Cities
The average salary for Marriage and Family Therapists in Arizona is $58,360. The top cities that pay Marriage and Family Therapists the most is Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale ($58,880).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Marriage and Family Therapists the highest average annual salary is Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale ($57,410).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Marriage and Family Therapists 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 Marriage and Family Therapists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale | $58,880 | $57,410 | $-1,470 |
Salary FAQ for Arizona Marriage and Family Therapists
City and Rural Summaries
Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale
Average Marriage and Family Therapists Salary: $58,880
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $57,410
Hourly Wage: $28.31
Currently Employed: 380
Cost-of-Living Index: 102.56
Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale Salary Report
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