Psychologist Salary in Arizona
Based on 730+ workers in Arizona
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (AZ)
$119,010
$57.22/hr
vs National Average
$97,188
+22.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$62K – $170K
730 employed in Arizona
Salary Distribution — Psychologist in Arizona
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $61,890 |
| 25th percentile | $69,610 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $119,010 |
| 75th percentile | $141,880 |
| 90th percentile | $170,170 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychologist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychologists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychologists in Arizona tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative and Support Services | $131,040 | — |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $112,010 | 5K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $101,960 | 2K |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $99,770 | 63K |
| Educational Services | $91,550 | 3K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychologist in Arizona vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Arizona) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $119,010 |
| 2026 (projected) | $122,580 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Arizona Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $119,010 | $97,188 |
| 2026 (projected) | $122,580 | $100,104 |
Psychologist Salary by Experience Level in Arizona
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $69,610 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $119,010 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $141,880 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $170,170 |
Psychologist Salary in Other States
Related Psychologist Salaries in Arizona
How other high-demand occupations in Arizona compare to Psychologist ($119,010 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychologist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physicist in AZ | $130,500 | +9.7% | $62.74/hr |
| Medical Scientist in AZ | $116,820 | -1.8% | $56.16/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in AZ | $102,400 | -14.0% | $49.23/hr |
| Geoscientist in AZ | $85,190 | -28.4% | $40.96/hr |
| Chemist in AZ | $81,730 | -31.3% | $39.29/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in AZ | $80,600 | -32.3% | $38.75/hr |
| Optometrist in AZ | $122,250 | +2.7% | $58.77/hr |
| Aerospace Engineer in AZ | $123,170 | +3.5% | $59.22/hr |
| Construction Manager in AZ | $114,680 | -3.6% | $55.13/hr |
| Public Relations Manager in AZ | $114,400 | -3.9% | $55.00/hr |
| Industrial Production Manager in AZ | $124,810 | +4.9% | $60.00/hr |
| Information Security Analyst in AZ | $125,260 | +5.3% | $60.22/hr |