Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,250 -27.7% vs national
Median hourly $33.29
10th percentile $50,230
90th percentile $127,830
Employed locally 140
National median $95,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,230
    25th
    $60,330
    50th (median)
    $69,250
    75th
    $93,950
    90th
    $127,830

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemical Technicians$47,710
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$74,580
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$50,650
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$61,810
    Urban and Regional Planners$62,560
    Conservation Scientists$61,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Western North Carolina is $33.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.45 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salaries?

    The median Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary in Western North Carolina is 27.7% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (10th percentile) earn around $50,230 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,330.