Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary in New Jersey
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in New Jersey earn a median of $127,090 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $127,090
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($100,580)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,700
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,180; the top 10% earn over $224,050. Nationally the range is $55,170 to $180,960.
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Clinical and Counseling Psychologists pay in New Jersey
How much do clinical and counseling psychologists make in New Jersey?
The median is $127,090 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,180 and the top 10% earn over $224,050. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for clinical and counseling psychologists?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 48 (+26% vs. the national median of $100,580). Living costs are not included.