Psychiatrists pay in Texas
In Texas, the median pay for psychiatrists is $109.84 an hour ($228,460 a year). About 1,690 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($281,870). Texas ranks 34th of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatrists in Texas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.25 | $73,330 |
| 25% of workers | $50.14 | $104,290 |
| Half of workers (median) | $109.84 | $228,460 |
| 75% of workers | $146.89 | $305,530 |
| 90% of workers | $188.41 | $391,890 |
Psychiatrists pay in Texas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $249,070 | 420 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $240,930 | 410 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $236,340 | 150 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $188,090 | 280 |
| Tyler | $66,550 | 50 |
Texas unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Texas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $95,970 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $131,670 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $235,710 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $269,110 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $83,660 |
| Pediatricians, General | $173,360 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $316,830 |
| Neurologists | $360,640 |
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