How much does a psychologist make in Alabama?
$136,100a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in Alabama. That is $65.42 an hour or $11,340 a month.
- Hourly
- $65.42
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,230Median: $136,100Highest 10%: $160,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,230 | $30.88 | |
| 25th | $109,300 | $52.55 | |
| Median | $136,100 | $65.42 | |
| 75th | $152,600 | $73.35 | |
| 90th | $160,800 | $77.31 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbus, GA | $118,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychologists.
| 7. Tennessee | $138,100 |
| 8. Arizona | $137,500 |
| 9. South Carolina | $137,000 |
| 10. Alabama | $136,100 |
| 11. Hawaii | $135,700 |
| 12. Utah | $135,200 |
| 13. Missouri | $134,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $65.42 ($136,100 a year).
Do psychologists make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $136,100 against $110,800 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Alabama rank for psychologist pay?
Alabama ranks 10 of 42 states.
Which city in Alabama pays psychologists the most?
Columbus, GA-AL, with a median of $118,700 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.