Psychiatrists Salary in Bridgeport, CT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT

Median annual salary $329,530
Median hourly $158.43
10th percentile $108,880
90th percentile $491,940
Employed locally 90

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $108,880
    25th
    $297,180
    50th (median)
    $329,530
    75th
    $396,010
    90th
    $491,940

    Bridgeport economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $111,656 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatrists salary vs area income 295% Median Psychiatrists salary is 195% 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
    New Haven, CT $381,890
    Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT $280,370
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $219,910
    District of Columbia $193,470

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$106,020
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$72,790
    Physical Therapists$107,870
    Pharmacy Technicians$43,920
    Physician Assistants$138,440
    Dental Hygienists$98,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatrists make per hour in Bridgeport?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatrists in Bridgeport, CT is $158.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $236.51 or more per hour.

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

    Entry-level Psychiatrists (10th percentile) earn around $108,880 per year in Bridgeport, CT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $297,180.