How much does a psychologist make in San Jose?
$175,200a year
Median yearly pay for psychologists in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro area. That is $84.21 an hour or $14,600 a month.
- Hourly
- $84.21
- Vs. national median
- +58%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 82
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,930Median: $175,200Highest 10%: $225,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,930 | $20.16 | |
| 25th | $68,680 | $33.02 | |
| Median | $175,200 | $84.21 | |
| 75th | $199,000 | $95.65 | |
| 90th | $225,700 | $108.50 |
Other cities in California
Median yearly pay for psychologists.
| San Francisco, CA | $168,000 |
| Sacramento, CA | $166,500 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $153,600 |
| San Diego, CA | $148,800 |
| Riverside, CA | $148,500 |
Related jobs in San Jose
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Materials Scientist | $231,900 |
| Physicist | $173,500 |
| Physical Scientist | $160,600 |
| Medical Scientist | $159,300 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $139,400 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $137,300 |
| Geoscientist | $136,100 |
| Biological Scientist | $133,800 |
| School Psychologist | $130,500 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $129,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make an hour in San Jose?
The median hourly pay in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro area is $84.21 ($175,200 a year).
Do psychologists make more in San Jose than the national average?
Yes: $175,200 against $110,800 nationally, 58% more.
How does San Jose compare with the rest of California?
The median in California is $157,500, so San Jose pays 11% more.
Where does San Jose rank for psychologist pay?
2 of 82 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychologist make starting out in San Jose?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,930 or less a year; the top 10% make $225,700 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.