Psychiatrists Salary in Austin, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX

Median annual salary $236,340
Median hourly $113.63
10th percentile $115,510
90th percentile $399,010
Employed locally 150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $115,510
    25th
    $115,510
    50th (median)
    $236,340
    75th
    $305,180
    90th
    $399,010

    Austin economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $97,638 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatrists salary vs area income 242% Median Psychiatrists salary is 142% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Psychiatrists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Springfield, IL $413,890
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $409,950
    Gainesville, FL $404,240
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $403,430
    Ocala, FL $396,200
    New Haven, CT $381,890

    Nearby metros — Psychiatrists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $249,070
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $210,580
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $188,090
    Tyler, TX $64,010

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $94,900
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,100
    Pharmacy Technicians $45,300
    Nurse Practitioners $132,530
    Physical Therapists $100,690
    Speech-Language Pathologists $102,410

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatrists make per hour in Austin?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatrists in Austin, TX is $113.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $191.83 or more per hour.

    What is the entry-level salary for Psychiatrists in Austin?

    Entry-level Psychiatrists (10th percentile) earn around $115,510 per year in Austin, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $115,510.