How much does a clinical and counseling psychologist make in New Jersey?
$127,100a year
Median yearly pay for clinical and counseling psychologists in New Jersey. That is $61.10 an hour or $10,590 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.10
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,180Median: $127,100Highest 10%: $224,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,180 | $27.49 | |
| 25th | $64,780 | $31.14 | |
| Median | $127,100 | $61.10 | |
| 75th | $166,500 | $80.04 | |
| 90th | $224,100 | $107.72 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Trenton, NJ | $128,900 |
| New York, NY | $120,500 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $112,700 |
| Allentown, PA | $88,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for clinical and counseling psychologists.
| 1. Oregon | $134,400 |
| 2. New Jersey | $127,100 |
| 3. New Mexico | $124,800 |
| 4. Alaska | $124,300 |
| 5. Arizona | $119,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clinical and counseling psychologist make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $61.10 ($127,100 a year).
Do clinical and counseling psychologists make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $127,100 against $100,600 nationally, 26% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for clinical and counseling psychologist pay?
New Jersey ranks 2 of 48 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays clinical and counseling psychologists the most?
Trenton-Princeton, NJ, with a median of $128,900 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.