Salary Report for Alaska Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
Alaska Rankings
Compare Alaska to U.S.
Alaska Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn an average of $92,450 which is 7% less than the national average salary of $99,640.
| Type | Alaska | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $44.45 | $47.90 | -7.20% |
| Average Annual Salary | $92,450 | $99,640 | -7.22% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Alaska, 50% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn between $74,870 and $126,330 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn more than $133,860, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn under $59,480, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 11 | Under $59,480 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 16 | $59,480 – $74,870 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 28 | $74,870 – $81,600 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 28 | $81,600 – $126,330 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 16 | $81,600 – $133,860 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 11 | Above $133,860 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Alaska psychologists earn about $89,549 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $99,640.
Cost-of-living in Alaska is 3% higher than the national average, which means Alaska residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $92,450, Alaska Clinical and Counseling Psychologists tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($113,040).
However, Clinical and Counseling Psychologists tend to earn more than Health Care Social Workers ($60,320), Social Workers ($61,580), Substance Abuse Counselors ($65,090), Psychology Teachers ($84,880), and School Psychologists ($87,670).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $113,040 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $92,450 |
| School Psychologists | $87,670 |
| Psychology Teachers | $84,880 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $65,090 |
| Social Workers | $61,580 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $60,320 |
Salaries Ranked by Alaska Cities
The average salary for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Alaska is $92,450. The top cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the most is Anchorage ($92,390).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Clinical and Counseling Psychologists the highest average annual salary is Anchorage ($88,598).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | $92,390 | $88,598 | $-3,792 |
Salary FAQ for Alaska Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
City and Rural Summaries
Anchorage
Average Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary: $92,390
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $88,598
Hourly Wage: $44.42
Currently Employed: 80
Cost-of-Living Index: 104.28
Anchorage Salary Report
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