Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $108,270 +13% vs national
Median hourly $52.05
10th percentile $58,010
90th percentile $168,850
Employed locally 1,020
National median $95,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,010
    25th
    $61,990
    50th (median)
    $108,270
    75th
    $138,480
    90th
    $168,850

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary vs area income 128% Median Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary is 28% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Tucson, AZ $124,250
    Kalamazoo-Portage, MI $74,560

    Related occupations in Phoenix, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,480
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $78,870
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,250
    School Psychologists $82,960
    Urban and Regional Planners $78,920
    Biological Technicians $54,200

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Phoenix, AZ is $52.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.80 or more per hour.

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

    The median Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary in Phoenix, AZ is 13% above 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 Phoenix?

    Entry-level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $58,010 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,990.