How much does a psychologist make in North Carolina?
$126,400a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in North Carolina. That is $60.79 an hour or $10,540 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.79
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,620Median: $126,400Highest 10%: $166,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,620 | $25.78 | |
| 25th | $64,650 | $31.08 | |
| Median | $126,400 | $60.79 | |
| 75th | $153,000 | $73.55 | |
| 90th | $166,100 | $79.83 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Raleigh, NC | $153,000 |
| Asheville, NC | $152,600 |
| Charlotte, NC | $146,900 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $135,500 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $129,800 |
| Durham, NC | $64,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychologists.
| 21. New York | $128,300 |
| 22. Washington | $128,200 |
| 23. Montana | $127,000 |
| 24. North Carolina | $126,400 |
| 25. District of Columbia | $125,100 |
| 26. Connecticut | $125,000 |
| 27. Indiana | $123,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $60.79 ($126,400 a year).
Do psychologists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $126,400 against $110,800 nationally, 14% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for psychologist pay?
North Carolina ranks 24 of 42 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays psychologists the most?
Raleigh-Cary, NC, with a median of $153,000 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.