Salary Report for Washington Psychology Teachers
Washington Rankings
Compare Washington to U.S.
Washington Psychology Teachers earn an average of $74,460 which is 15% less than the national average salary of $88,390.
Type | Washington | U.S. | % Difference |
---|---|---|---|
Average Hourly Wage | $35.80 | $42.50 | -15.76% |
Average Annual Salary | $74,460 | $88,390 | -15.76% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Washington, 50% of Psychology Teachers earn between $58,650 and $81,650 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Psychology Teachers earn more than $104,700, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Psychology Teachers.
Approximately 10% of Psychology Teachers earn under $50,210, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Psychology Teachers.
Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
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10% | Less than a Year | 153 | Under $50,210 |
15% | 2 – 4 years | 230 | $50,210 – $58,650 |
25% | 5 – 9 years | 382 | $58,650 – $61,690 |
25% | 10 – 14 years | 382 | $61,690 – $81,650 |
15% | 15 – 20 years | 230 | $61,690 – $104,700 |
10% | 20+ years | 153 | Above $104,700 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Psychology Teachers in Washington psychologists earn about $69,355 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $88,390.
Cost-of-living in Washington is 7% higher than the national average, which means Washington residents have an overall higher 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 $74,460, Washington Psychology Teachers tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($105,640), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($103,190), and School Psychologists ($95,780).
However, Psychology Teachers tend to earn more than Marriage and Family Therapists ($49,220), Substance Abuse Counselors ($56,500), Social Workers ($60,230), and Health Care Social Workers ($71,800).
Title | Annual Salary |
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Forensic Psychologists | $105,640 |
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $103,190 |
School Psychologists | $95,780 |
Psychology Teachers | $74,460 |
Health Care Social Workers | $71,800 |
Social Workers | $60,230 |
Substance Abuse Counselors | $56,500 |
Marriage and Family Therapists | $49,220 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Washington the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (34,160), Social Workers (9,840) and Health Care Social Workers (5,230).
The three professions in Washington needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Marriage and Family Therapists (26.3%), Substance Abuse Counselors (23.1%) and Psychology Teachers (15.6%).
Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
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Substance Abuse Counselors | 27,760 | 34,160 | 23.1% | 4,100 |
Social Workers | 8,540 | 9,840 | 15.2% | 1,100 |
Health Care Social Workers | 4,550 | 5,230 | 14.9% | 580 |
Psychology Teachers | 640 | 740 | 15.6% | 80 |
Marriage and Family Therapists | 380 | 480 | 26.3% | 60 |
Salaries Ranked by Washington Cities
The average salary for Psychology Teachers in Washington is $74,460. The top cities that pay Psychology Teachers the most are Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue ($78,280) and Olympia-Tumwater ($66,620).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Psychology Teachers the highest average annual salary are Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue ($69,924) and Olympia-Tumwater ($64,027).
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 |
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Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $78,280 | $69,924 | $-8,356 |
Olympia-Tumwater | $66,620 | $64,027 | $-2,593 |
Salary FAQ for Washington Psychology Teachers
City and Rural Summaries
Olympia-Tumwater
Average Psychology Teachers Salary: $66,620
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $64,027
Hourly Wage: $32.03
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 104.05
Olympia-Tumwater Salary Report
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue
Average Psychology Teachers Salary: $78,280
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $69,924
Hourly Wage: $38
Currently Employed: 1,000
Cost-of-Living Index: 111.95
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Salary Report
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