Psychiatrists pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for psychiatrists is $93.30 an hour ($194,070 a year). About 1,290 people work in this job there.
That is 31% lower than the U.S. median ($281,870). New Jersey ranks 40th of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatrists in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $41.89 | $87,120 |
| 25% of workers | $74.67 | $155,310 |
| Half of workers (median) | $93.30 | $194,070 |
| 75% of workers | $164.22 | $341,570 |
| 90% of workers | $194.65 | $404,870 |
Psychiatrists pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $328,600 | 60 |
| Trenton-Princeton | $294,890 | 60 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for psychiatrists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $106,500 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $159,310 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $292,170 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $89,990 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $127,090 |
| Pediatricians, General | $201,560 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $315,340 |
| Physical Therapists | $112,140 |
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