Salary Report for Minnesota Psychology Teachers
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Compare Minnesota to U.S.
Minnesota Psychology Teachers earn an average of $88,450 which is 0% more than the national average salary of $88,390.
| Type | Minnesota | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $42.52 | $42.50 | 0.07% |
| Average Annual Salary | $88,450 | $88,390 | 0.07% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Minnesota, 50% of Psychology Teachers earn between $62,230 and $101,010 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Psychology Teachers earn more than $129,420, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Psychology Teachers.
Approximately 10% of Psychology Teachers earn under $47,730, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Psychology Teachers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 78 | Under $47,730 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 117 | $47,730 – $62,230 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 195 | $62,230 – $79,160 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 195 | $79,160 – $101,010 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 117 | $79,160 – $129,420 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 78 | Above $129,420 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Psychology Teachers in Minnesota psychologists earn about $89,688 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $88,390.
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 $88,450, Minnesota Psychology Teachers tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($93,790).
However, Psychology Teachers 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), School Psychologists ($79,320), and Forensic Psychologists ($81,150).
| 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 Psychology Teachers in Minnesota is $88,450. The top cities that pay Psychology Teachers the most are Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington ($92,720), Duluth ($77,410) and St. Cloud ($75,730).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Psychology Teachers the highest average annual salary are Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington ($89,854), Duluth ($87,380) and St. Cloud ($81,535).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Psychology Teachers 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 Psychology Teachers salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mankato-North Mankato | $108,920 | $118,019 | $9,099 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $92,720 | $89,854 | $-2,866 |
| Duluth | $77,410 | $87,380 | $9,970 |
| St. Cloud | $75,730 | $81,535 | $5,805 |
Salary FAQ for Minnesota Psychology Teachers
City and Rural Summaries
Duluth
Average Psychology Teachers Salary: $77,410
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $87,380
Hourly Wage: $37.22
Currently Employed: 50
Cost-of-Living Index: 88.59
Duluth Salary Report
Mankato-North Mankato
Average Psychology Teachers Salary: $108,920
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $118,019
Hourly Wage: $52
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.29
Mankato-North Mankato Salary Report
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington
Average Psychology Teachers Salary: $92,720
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $89,854
Hourly Wage: $44.58
Currently Employed: 450
Cost-of-Living Index: 103.19
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Salary Report
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