Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Reading
Compared to Pennsylvania
Reading Psychology Teachers earn an average of $82,630 or $39.73 per hour which is 6% less than the Pennsylvania average salary of $88,340.
| Average | Reading | Pennsylvania | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $39.73 | $42.47 | -6.46% |
| Annual Salary | $82,630 | $88,340 | -6.46% |
Compared to the U.S.
Reading Psychology Teachers earn an average of $82,630 or $39.73 per hour which is 6% less than the U.S. average salary of $88,390.
| Average | Reading | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $39.73 | $42.50 | -6.52% |
| Annual Salary | $82,630 | $88,390 | -6.52% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Psychology Teachers in Reading earns an average annual salary of $84,291 which compares to the Pennsylvania average annual salary of $88,340. per year.
Cost-of-living in Reading is 2% less than the Pennsylvania average, which means Reading residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to Pennsylvania average.
| Location | Average Annual Wage | Cost of Living | Adjusted COL Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | $82,630 | 98.03% | $84,291 |
| Pennsylvania | $88,340 | 97.56% | $90,549 |
| U.S. | $88,390 | – | $88,390 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Reading, 50% of Psychology Teachers earn between $61,690 and $98,070 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Psychology Teachers earn more than $123,630, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated Psychology Teachers.
Approximately 10% of Psychology Teachers earn under $38,640, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Psychology Teachers.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 5 | Under $38,640 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 8 | $38,640 – $61,690 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 12 | $61,690 – $79,740 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 12 | $79,740 – $98,070 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 8 | $79,740 – $123,630 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 5 | Above $123,630 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $82,630, Reading Psychology Teachers tend to earn less than School Psychologists ($83,650).
However, Psychology Teachers tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($46,920), Social Workers ($47,000), Marriage and Family Therapists ($55,430), Health Care Social Workers ($58,150), and Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($71,390).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| School Psychologists | $83,650 |
| Psychology Teachers | $82,630 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $71,390 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $58,150 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $55,430 |
| Social Workers | $47,000 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $46,920 |
FAQ for Reading Psychology Teachers
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