How much does a clinical and counseling psychologist make in Salem?
$144,000a year
Median yearly pay for clinical and counseling psychologists in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $69.22 an hour or $12,000 a month.
- Hourly
- $69.22
- Vs. national median
- +43%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 210
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $113,400Median: $144,000Highest 10%: $163,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $113,400 | $54.50 | |
| 25th | $140,500 | $67.53 | |
| Median | $144,000 | $69.22 | |
| 75th | $157,600 | $75.78 | |
| 90th | $163,300 | $78.53 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for clinical and counseling psychologists.
| Eugene, OR | $122,400 |
| Portland, OR | $122,100 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economist | $124,200 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $108,000 |
| School Psychologist | $99,290 |
| Zoologist and Wildlife Biologist | $98,110 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $98,050 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $95,680 |
| Conservation Scientist | $95,470 |
| Soil and Plant Scientist | $93,620 |
| Forester | $89,220 |
| Forest and Conservation Technician | $56,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clinical and counseling psychologist make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $69.22 ($144,000 a year).
Do clinical and counseling psychologists make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $144,000 against $100,600 nationally, 43% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $134,400, so Salem pays 7% more.
Where does Salem rank for clinical and counseling psychologist pay?
5 of 210 metro areas with data.
How much does a clinical and counseling psychologist make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $113,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $163,300 or more.
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.