How much does a psychologist make in Salt Lake City?
$136,200a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area. That is $65.46 an hour or $11,350 a month.
- Hourly
- $65.46
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 82
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,880Median: $136,200Highest 10%: $156,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,880 | $16.29 | |
| 25th | $104,100 | $50.04 | |
| Median | $136,200 | $65.46 | |
| 75th | $144,400 | $69.43 | |
| 90th | $156,800 | $75.38 |
Other cities in Utah
Median yearly pay for psychologists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Salt Lake City
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Scientist | $123,200 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientist | $100,700 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $99,160 |
| Biological Scientist | $98,690 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $95,200 |
| Hydrologist | $94,420 |
| Conservation Scientist | $93,470 |
| Geoscientist | $93,030 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $91,560 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $90,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in Salt Lake City?
The median hourly pay in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area is $65.46 ($136,200 a year).
Do psychologists make more in Salt Lake City than the national average?
Yes: $136,200 against $110,800 nationally, 23% more.
How does Salt Lake City compare with the rest of Utah?
The median in Utah is $135,200, so Salt Lake City pays 1% more.
Where does Salt Lake City rank for psychologist pay?
22 of 82 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychologist make starting out in Salt Lake City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,880 or less a year; the top 10% make $156,800 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.