Salary Report for Massachusetts Industrial Organizational Psychologists
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Massachusetts Industrial Organizational Psychologists earn an average of $72,640 which is 35% less than the national average salary of $113,320.
| Type | Massachusetts | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $34.92 | $54.48 | -35.90% |
| Average Annual Salary | $72,640 | $113,320 | -35.90% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Massachusetts, 50% of Industrial Organizational Psychologists earn between $64,760 and $82,090 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Industrial Organizational Psychologists earn more than $82,090, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Industrial Organizational Psychologists.
Approximately 10% of Industrial Organizational Psychologists earn under $64,760, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Industrial Organizational Psychologists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 4 | Under $64,760 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 6 | $64,760 – $64,760 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 10 | $64,760 – $64,760 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 10 | $64,760 – $82,090 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 6 | $64,760 – $82,090 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 4 | Above $82,090 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Industrial Organizational Psychologists in Massachusetts psychologists earn about $67,610 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $113,320.
Cost-of-living in Massachusetts is 7% higher than the national average, which means Massachusetts 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 $72,640, Massachusetts Industrial Organizational Psychologists tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($100,070), Psychology Teachers ($96,650), School Psychologists ($92,730), and Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($92,110).
However, Industrial Organizational Psychologists tend to earn more than Marriage and Family Therapists ($53,940), Social Workers ($54,980), Substance Abuse Counselors ($55,160), and Health Care Social Workers ($64,250).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $100,070 |
| Psychology Teachers | $96,650 |
| School Psychologists | $92,730 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $92,110 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychologists | $72,640 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $64,250 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $55,160 |
| Social Workers | $54,980 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $53,940 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Massachusetts the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (20,610), Health Care Social Workers (11,930) and Social Workers (10,210).
The three professions in Massachusetts needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (16.6%), Marriage and Family Therapists (14%) and Psychology Teachers (13.3%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 17,680 | 20,610 | 16.6% | 2,050 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 10,920 | 11,930 | 9.2% | 1,140 |
| Social Workers | 9,310 | 10,210 | 9.7% | 980 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 1,690 | 1,660 | -1.8% | 110 |
| Psychology Teachers | 1,580 | 1,790 | 13.3% | 180 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 1,000 | 1,140 | 14% | 110 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychologists | 240 | 250 | 4.2% | 20 |
Salary FAQ for Massachusetts Industrial Organizational Psychologists
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