Salary Report for Nevada Psychology Teachers
Nevada Rankings
Compare Nevada to U.S.
Nevada Psychology Teachers earn an average of $89,350 which is 1% more than the national average salary of $88,390.
Type | Nevada | U.S. | % Difference |
---|---|---|---|
Average Hourly Wage | $42.96 | $42.50 | 1.09% |
Average Annual Salary | $89,350 | $88,390 | 1.09% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Nevada, 50% of Psychology Teachers earn between $58,340 and $104,270 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Psychology Teachers earn more than $154,310, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Psychology Teachers.
Approximately 10% of Psychology Teachers earn under $39,450, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Psychology Teachers.
Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
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10% | Less than a Year | 10 | Under $39,450 |
15% | 2 – 4 years | 15 | $39,450 – $58,340 |
25% | 5 – 9 years | 25 | $58,340 – $78,780 |
25% | 10 – 14 years | 25 | $78,780 – $104,270 |
15% | 15 – 20 years | 15 | $78,780 – $154,310 |
10% | 20+ years | 10 | Above $154,310 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Psychology Teachers in Nevada psychologists earn about $92,056 per year which is less than the average U.S. psychologist of $88,390.
Cost-of-living in Nevada is 3% less than the national average, which means Nevada residents have an overall less 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 $89,350, Nevada Psychology Teachers tend to earn less than Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($95,830), and Forensic Psychologists ($95,540).
However, Psychology Teachers tend to earn more than Social Workers ($57,670), Substance Abuse Counselors ($59,840), Health Care Social Workers ($65,530), Marriage and Family Therapists ($66,600), and School Psychologists ($77,150).
Title | Annual Salary |
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Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $95,830 |
Forensic Psychologists | $95,540 |
Psychology Teachers | $89,350 |
School Psychologists | $77,150 |
Marriage and Family Therapists | $66,600 |
Health Care Social Workers | $65,530 |
Substance Abuse Counselors | $59,840 |
Social Workers | $57,670 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Nevada the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Social Workers (3,850), Substance Abuse Counselors (1,490) and Health Care Social Workers (1,430).
The three professions in Nevada needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (26.3%), Health Care Social Workers (20.2%) and Marriage and Family Therapists (20%).
Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
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Social Workers | 3,380 | 3,850 | 13.9% | 380 |
Health Care Social Workers | 1,190 | 1,430 | 20.2% | 140 |
Substance Abuse Counselors | 1,180 | 1,490 | 26.3% | 150 |
Marriage and Family Therapists | 600 | 720 | 20% | 70 |
Forensic Psychologists | 330 | 360 | 9.1% | 30 |
Psychology Teachers | 100 | 110 | 10% | 10 |
Industrial Organizational Psychologists | 0 | 0 | 0% | 0 |
Salaries Ranked by Nevada Cities
The average salary for Psychology Teachers in Nevada is $89,350. The top cities that pay Psychology Teachers the most is Reno ($105,490).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Psychology Teachers the highest average annual salary is Reno ($106,620).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Psychology Teachers 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 Psychology Teachers salary will have in that area.
Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
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Reno | $105,490 | $106,620 | $1,130 |
Salary FAQ for Nevada Psychology Teachers
City and Rural Summaries
Reno
Average Psychology Teachers Salary: $105,490
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $106,620
Hourly Wage: $50.72
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 98.94
Reno Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Psychology Teachers: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data