Clinical and Counseling Psychologists pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for clinical and counseling psychologists is $44.29 an hour ($92,130 a year). About 2,770 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($100,580). North Carolina ranks 27th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for clinical and counseling psychologists in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.43 | $52,890 |
| 25% of workers | $35.80 | $74,460 |
| Half of workers (median) | $44.29 | $92,130 |
| 75% of workers | $58.86 | $122,440 |
| 90% of workers | $102.48 | $213,160 |
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $117,170 | 720 |
| Asheville | $99,070 | 100 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $96,560 | 520 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $93,420 | 270 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $91,290 | 70 |
| Greenville | $90,150 | 30 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $80,560 | 170 |
| Winston-Salem | $79,600 | 150 |
| Fayetteville | $78,780 | 80 |
| Wilmington | $76,700 | 70 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for clinical and counseling psychologists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +11.7% over ten years, much faster than average · about 4,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $81,420 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $81,230 |
| School Psychologists | $73,220 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $126,440 |
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