Psychologist Salary in Oregon
Based on 540+ workers in Oregon
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (OR)
$134,350
$64.59/hr
vs National Average
$97,188
+38.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$94K – $163K
540 employed in Oregon
Salary Distribution — Psychologist in Oregon
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $93,600 |
| 25th percentile | $98,190 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $134,350 |
| 75th percentile | $151,240 |
| 90th percentile | $163,340 |
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 Oregon 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 Oregon vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Oregon) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $134,350 |
| 2026 (projected) | $138,381 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Oregon Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $134,350 | $97,188 |
| 2026 (projected) | $138,381 | $100,104 |
Psychologist Salary by Experience Level in Oregon
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $98,190 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $134,350 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $151,240 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $163,340 |
Psychologist Salary in Other States
Related Psychologist Salaries in Oregon
How other high-demand occupations in Oregon compare to Psychologist ($134,350 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychologist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physicist in OR | $200,320 | +49.1% | $96.31/hr |
| Medical Scientist in OR | $111,030 | -17.4% | $53.38/hr |
| Chemist in OR | $104,590 | -22.2% | $50.28/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in OR | $103,070 | -23.3% | $49.55/hr |
| Geoscientist in OR | $98,110 | -27.0% | $47.17/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in OR | $97,440 | -27.5% | $46.85/hr |
| Art Director in OR | $133,840 | -0.4% | $64.35/hr |
| Computer Network Architect in OR | $135,660 | +1.0% | $65.22/hr |
| Optometrist in OR | $132,020 | -1.7% | $63.47/hr |
| Purchasing Manager in OR | $137,190 | +2.1% | $65.96/hr |
| Construction Manager in OR | $131,420 | -2.2% | $63.18/hr |
| Public Relations Manager in OR | $131,190 | -2.4% | $63.07/hr |