Psychiatrists Salary in Hartford, CT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT

Median annual salary $280,370
Median hourly $134.79
10th percentile $66,810
90th percentile $491,940
Employed locally 270

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,810
    25th
    $76,120
    50th (median)
    $280,370
    75th
    $393,830
    90th
    $491,940

    Hartford economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $92,823 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatrists salary vs area income 302% Median Psychiatrists salary is 202% 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
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $329,530
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $219,910
    District of Columbia $193,470

    Related occupations in Hartford, CT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $101,210
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $67,620
    Pharmacy Technicians $42,260
    Nurse Practitioners $139,920
    Physician Assistants $136,880
    Physical Therapists $104,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatrists make per hour in Hartford?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatrists in Hartford, CT is $134.79, 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 Hartford?

    Entry-level Psychiatrists (10th percentile) earn around $66,810 per year in Hartford, CT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,120.