Benchmark Salary Information
Rankings for Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area
Compared to Pennsylvania
Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area Psychology Teachers earn an average of $90,150 or $43.34 per hour which is 2% more than the Pennsylvania average salary of $88,340.
| Average | Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area | Pennsylvania | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $43.34 | $42.47 | 2.05% |
| Annual Salary | $90,150 | $88,340 | 2.05% |
Compared to the U.S.
Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area Psychology Teachers earn an average of $90,150 or $43.34 per hour which is 1% more than the U.S. average salary of $88,390.
| Average | Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area | U.S. | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $43.34 | $42.50 | 1.99% |
| Annual Salary | $90,150 | $88,390 | 1.99% |
Salary Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
When adjusted for cost-of-living, Psychology Teachers in Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area earns an average annual salary of $100,805 which compares to the Pennsylvania average annual salary of $88,340. per year.
Cost-of-living in Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area is 11% less than the Pennsylvania average, which means Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area | $90,150 | 89.43% | $100,805 |
| Pennsylvania | $88,340 | 97.56% | $90,549 |
| U.S. | $88,390 | – | $88,390 |
Salary Ranges for Education and Experience
In Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area, 50% of Psychology Teachers earn between $61,010 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 $128,700, which is a rate for highly skilled, experienced and educated 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 | 8 | Under $47,730 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 12 | $47,730 – $61,010 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 20 | $61,010 – $77,760 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 20 | $77,760 – $101,010 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 12 | $77,760 – $128,700 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 8 | Above $128,700 |
Salary Compared to Related Professions
Psychology Teachers tend to earn more than Social Workers ($44,010), Marriage and Family Therapists ($46,370), Substance Abuse Counselors ($46,970), Health Care Social Workers ($54,330), and Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($70,120).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Psychology Teachers | $90,150 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $70,120 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $54,330 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $46,970 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $46,370 |
| Social Workers | $44,010 |
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