Clinical and Counseling Psychologists pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for clinical and counseling psychologists is $41.60 an hour ($86,520 a year). About 2,140 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($100,580). Virginia ranks 32nd of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for clinical and counseling psychologists in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.19 | $41,990 |
| 25% of workers | $29.39 | $61,130 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.60 | $86,520 |
| 75% of workers | $53.36 | $110,990 |
| 90% of workers | $84.65 | $176,080 |
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Roanoke | $104,300 | 60 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $91,010 | 420 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft | $89,670 | 40 |
| Charlottesville | $86,540 | 90 |
| Harrisonburg | $85,710 | 40 |
| Richmond | $72,880 | 290 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $140,670 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | $86,030 |
| School Psychologists | $85,670 |
| Economists | $137,590 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $140,640 |
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