Psychiatrists pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for psychiatrists is $134.12 an hour ($278,970 a year). About 830 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($281,870). Pennsylvania ranks 22nd of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatrists in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $71.18 | $148,050 |
| 25% of workers | $113.10 | $235,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $134.12 | $278,970 |
| 75% of workers | $164.86 | $342,920 |
| 90% of workers | $189.78 | $394,740 |
Psychiatrists pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $307,290 | 0 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $279,410 | 640 |
| Pittsburgh | $235,240 | 0 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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 Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $96,430 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $130,140 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $306,030 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $91,870 |
| Pediatricians, General | $226,440 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $213,310 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $95,650 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $239,200 |
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