Psychiatrist Salary in Pennsylvania
Based on 830+ workers in Pennsylvania
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (PA)
$278,970
$134.12/hr
vs National Average
$257,685
+8.3% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$148K – $395K
830 employed in Pennsylvania
Salary Distribution — Psychiatrist in Pennsylvania
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $148,050 |
| 25th percentile | $235,240 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $278,970 |
| 75th percentile | $342,920 |
| 90th percentile | $394,740 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychiatrist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychiatrists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychiatrists in Pennsylvania tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $305,530 | 3K |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $300,030 | 90 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $286,770 | 23K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $280,010 | 70 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $188,090 | 240 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychiatrist in Pennsylvania vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Pennsylvania) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $278,970 |
| 2026 (projected) | $287,339 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Pennsylvania Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $278,970 | $257,685 |
| 2026 (projected) | $287,339 | $265,416 |
Psychiatrist Salary by Experience Level in Pennsylvania
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $235,240 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $278,970 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $342,920 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $394,740 |
Psychiatrist Salary in Other States
Related Psychiatrist Salaries in Pennsylvania
How other high-demand occupations in Pennsylvania compare to Psychiatrist ($278,970 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychiatrist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in PA | $579,120 | +107.6% | $278.42/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in PA | $461,390 | +65.4% | $221.82/hr |
| Radiologist in PA | $455,380 | +63.2% | $218.93/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in PA | $306,030 | +9.7% | $147.13/hr |
| Pediatrician in PA | $226,440 | -18.8% | $108.87/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in PA | $221,530 | -20.6% | $106.50/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in PA | $213,310 | -23.5% | $102.55/hr |
| Dentist in PA | $163,390 | -41.4% | $78.55/hr |
| Podiatrist in PA | $155,050 | -44.4% | $74.54/hr |
| Pharmacist in PA | $138,160 | -50.5% | $66.42/hr |
| Optometrist in PA | $135,400 | -51.5% | $65.10/hr |
| Veterinarian in PA | $133,520 | -52.1% | $64.19/hr |