Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary in California
In California, clinical and counseling psychologists earn a median of $114,520 per year.
Median (California)
$114,520
Bottom 10%
$59,990
Top 10%
$189,540
Employed in California
11,900
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, clinical and counseling psychologists earn a median of $114,520 — 20% above the national median of $95,830. Locally the range runs $59,990 to $189,540. About 11,900 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #5 of 46 states for clinical and counseling psychologists pay — roughly the 91th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Oregon, $132,550) by 16%. State employment of about 11,900 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$95,830
US bottom 10%
$50,470
US top 10%
$170,150
Skills that move pay in this role
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Active Learning
- Monitoring
- Learning Strategies
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