How much does a psychologist make in Richmond?
$152,100a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $73.10 an hour or $12,670 a month.
- Hourly
- $73.10
- Vs. national median
- +37%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 82
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,410Median: $152,100Highest 10%: $179,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,410 | $21.83 | |
| 25th | $116,200 | $55.88 | |
| Median | $152,100 | $73.10 | |
| 75th | $170,500 | $81.96 | |
| 90th | $179,700 | $86.39 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for psychologists.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $135,500 |
| Washington, DC | $129,700 |
| Roanoke, VA | $128,600 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nuclear Technician | $122,200 |
| Economist | $112,300 |
| Microbiologist | $90,930 |
| Chemist | $87,580 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $85,030 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $83,420 |
| Epidemiologist | $82,460 |
| School Psychologist | $82,440 |
| Geoscientist | $80,490 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $80,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $73.10 ($152,100 a year).
Do psychologists make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $152,100 against $110,800 nationally, 37% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $140,600, so Richmond pays 8% more.
Where does Richmond rank for psychologist pay?
8 of 82 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychologist make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,410 or less a year; the top 10% make $179,700 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.