Industrial-Organizational Psychologists Salary
The median industrial-organizational psychologists salary in the United States is $193,950 per year ($93.24/hour). Salaries range from $79,010 at the entry level to $247,220+ for the top 10% of earners. There are 790 industrial-organizational psychologists jobs nationwide. Employment is projected to grow 6.3% through 2034.
Last updated: June 2026 · Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Median Salary
$193,950
per year
Hourly Rate
$93.24
per hour
Employment
790
jobs in the U.S.
Salary Distribution
10th percentile
$79,010
25th percentile
$107,310
Median
$193,950
75th percentile
$222,280
90th percentile
$247,220
Job Growth (2024-2034)
+6.3%
Faster than average
Annual Openings
400
jobs/year (growth + replacements)
Education Required
Master's degree
Training Needed
Internship/residency
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists Salary by State
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Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Data reflects the most recent annual survey.
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