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Psychiatrist salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Psychiatrist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$291,611
Average $291,611
Low $210,017
High $404,905

The average salary for a psychiatrist is $291,611 per year in the United States. 9.8k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 13, 2026).

Psychiatrist job openings in United States

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Psychiatrist – 100% Outpatient
Korzen Health5out of 5 stars.
Birmingham, AL
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Psychiatrist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Guest House of Milwaukee
 
$520,000per year
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Intercommunity Action Inc.
 
$520,000per year
Ruby's Place
 
$520,000per year
Alternatives, Inc.
 
$520,000per year
Peregrine Health
 
$520,000per year
Ascend Healthcare
 
$520,000per year

Highest paying cities for Psychiatrists near United States

  1. Philadelphia, PA
    $373,276 per year
  2. Kissimmee, FL
    $323,990 per year
  3. San Diego, CA
    $318,789 per year
  4. Longmont, CO
    $306,083 per year
  5. Houston, TX
    $303,398 per year

Where can a Psychiatrist earn more?

Compare salaries for Psychiatrists in different locations
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Senior Psychiatrist

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