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Psychologist

A comprehensive guide to Psychologist licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$115,653 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

Strong earnings premium vs national median

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
CA
CaliforniaCompact: No
$147,650High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
OK
OklahomaCompact: Yes
$147,010High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
NV
NevadaCompact: Yes
$144,390High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
NE
NebraskaCompact: Pending
$137,990High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
NC
North CarolinaCompact: Yes
$137,130High CoL Adjusted
Secondary license (another license is a prerequisite)Varies by state boardVaries by boardDetails
SC
South CarolinaCompact: No
$135,950High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
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