Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary in East Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,520 -14.9% vs national
Median hourly $39.19
10th percentile $45,490
90th percentile $174,830
Employed locally 40
National median $95,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,490
    25th
    $61,350
    50th (median)
    $81,520
    75th
    $155,620
    90th
    $174,830

    Top-paying metros for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $160,210
    Vallejo, CA $143,370
    Hanford-Corcoran, CA $139,440
    La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN $137,990
    Salem, OR $134,440
    San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA $133,820

    Related occupations in East Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$77,940
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$54,580
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other$83,430
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$66,420
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$34,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists make per hour in East Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in East Kentucky is $39.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.05 or more per hour.

    Is East Kentucky above or below average for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salaries?

    The median Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary in East Kentucky is 14.9% below the national median of $95,830. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $45,490 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,350.