Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary in Indiana (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Indiana, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Indiana Median
$84,990
per year
Hourly Rate
$40.86
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-16% vs US median
US median $100,580
State Rank
#34 of 48
1,850 employed here

How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists make in Indiana?

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Indiana take home a median of $84,990 annually — roughly $40.86 an hour — which runs 16% below the national median of $100,580.

Within Indiana, entry-level pay starts around $56,200 while the top 10% make $129,110 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $77,370 and $101,540 a year.

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary range in Indiana

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$56,200$27.02
25th percentile (early career)$77,370$37.20
50th percentile (median)$84,990$40.86
75th percentile (experienced)$101,540$48.82
90th percentile (top earners)$129,110$62.07

How Indiana compares

Indiana ranks 34th out of 48 states and territories for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Oregon$134,350
2New Jersey$127,090
3New Mexico$124,800
4Alaska$124,270
5Arizona$119,010

Working as Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Indiana

Nationally, about 76,000 people work as Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in the United States. A doctoral or professional degree (8 or more years of higher education) is required.

Considering a move? Compare Indiana pay ($84,990) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists make in Indiana?
The median Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary in Indiana is $84,990 per year, or about $40.86 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $56,200 at the entry level to $129,110 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Indiana pay compare to the national average?
Indiana pays Clinical and Counseling Psychologists about 16% less than the national median of $100,580. Indiana ranks 34th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Indiana a good state for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $84,990 a year. About 1,850 Clinical and Counseling Psychologists are employed in Indiana. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Indiana?
The highest-paying occupations in Indiana include Cardiologist ($588,890), Surgeon, All Other ($459,300), Radiologist ($430,640), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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