Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $124,250 +29.7% vs national
Median hourly $59.74
10th percentile $35,920
90th percentile $172,640
Employed locally 160
National median $95,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,920
    25th
    $64,690
    50th (median)
    $124,250
    75th
    $163,240
    90th
    $172,640

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary vs area income 183% Median Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary is 83% 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
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $108,270
    Kalamazoo-Portage, MI $74,560

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social Science Research Assistants $59,130
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,680
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $95,990
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,510
    Forensic Science Technicians $57,940
    School Psychologists $76,970

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Tucson, AZ is $59.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $83.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary in Tucson, AZ is 29.7% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $35,920 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,690.