Psychiatrists Salary in Durham, NC

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Durham-Chapel Hill, NC

Median annual salary $170,600
Median hourly $82.02
10th percentile $103,960
90th percentile $346,750
Employed locally 40

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $103,960
    25th
    $131,320
    50th (median)
    $170,600
    75th
    $180,700
    90th
    $346,750

    Durham economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $81,017 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatrists salary vs area income 211% Median Psychiatrists salary is 111% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatrists make per hour in Durham?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatrists in Durham, NC is $82.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $166.71 or more per hour.

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

    Entry-level Psychiatrists (10th percentile) earn around $103,960 per year in Durham, NC. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $131,320.