How much does a psychologist make in Malaysia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is RM 4,357 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $12,440
- Compared with the median pay in Malaysia
- 1.7 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where Malaysia ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $109,300 |
| 2. United States | $100,400 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $89,720 |
| 57. North Macedonia estimate | $12,630 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $12,440 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $11,990 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $392 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- EconomistRM 58,350
- AnthropologistRM 47,030
- HistorianRM 49,190
- Social workerRM 46,550
- Religious professionalsRM 41,530
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make a month in Malaysia?
The median gross salary is RM 4,357 a month, RM 52,290 a year.
How much does a psychologist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around RM 42,110 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than RM 63,680.
Which country pays a psychologist the most?
United States, with a median of $100,400 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a psychologist make more in Malaysia or in United States?
In United States: $100,400 a year against $12,440 in Malaysia, 8.1 times more.
Who makes more, a psychologist or an economist?
An economist: RM 58,350 a year against RM 52,290 for a psychologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate