How much does a psychologist make in Rochester?
$79,920a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in the Rochester, MN metro area. That is $38.42 an hour or $6,660 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.42
- Vs. national median
- -28%
- Rank among cities
- 72 of 82
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,420Median: $79,920Highest 10%: $153,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,420 | $30.01 | |
| 25th | $62,420 | $30.01 | |
| Median | $79,920 | $38.42 | |
| 75th | $122,500 | $58.91 | |
| 90th | $153,000 | $73.57 |
Other cities in Minnesota
Median yearly pay for psychologists.
| Minneapolis, MN | $122,500 |
| La Crosse, WI | $87,520 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $123,900 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $105,100 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $94,580 |
| Medical Scientist | $81,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, MN metro area is $38.42 ($79,920 a year).
Do psychologists make more in Rochester than the national average?
No: $79,920 against $110,800 nationally, 28% less.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of Minnesota?
The median in Minnesota is $115,700, so Rochester pays 31% less.
Where does Rochester rank for psychologist pay?
72 of 82 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychologist make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $62,420 or less a year; the top 10% make $153,000 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.