Psychiatrists Salary in Buffalo, NY

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY

Median annual salary $224,260
Median hourly $107.82
10th percentile $109,330
90th percentile
Employed locally 80

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $109,330
    25th
    $173,150
    50th (median)
    $224,260

    Buffalo economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,572 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatrists salary vs area income 318% Median Psychiatrists salary is 218% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatrists make per hour in Buffalo?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatrists in Buffalo, NY is $107.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $154.54 or more per hour.

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

    Entry-level Psychiatrists (10th percentile) earn around $109,330 per year in Buffalo, NY. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $173,150.