Clinical and Counseling Psychologists Salary in Ohio (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Ohio Median
$101,190
per year
Hourly Rate
$48.65
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+1% vs US median
US median $100,580
State Rank
#19 of 48
2,080 employed here

How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists make in Ohio?

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Ohio take home a median of $101,190 annually — roughly $48.65 an hour — which runs 1% above the national median of $100,580.

Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $39,640 while the top 10% make $161,580 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $74,150 and $136,930 a year.

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary range in Ohio

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$39,640$19.06
25th percentile (early career)$74,150$35.65
50th percentile (median)$101,190$48.65
75th percentile (experienced)$136,930$65.83
90th percentile (top earners)$161,580$77.68

How Ohio compares

Ohio ranks 19th 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 Ohio

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 Ohio pay ($101,190) 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 Ohio?
The median Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary in Ohio is $101,190 per year, or about $48.65 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $39,640 at the entry level to $161,580 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Clinical and Counseling Psychologists about 1% more than the national median of $100,580. Ohio ranks 19th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists?
Yes on pay — Ohio pays above the national median for this occupation, at $101,190 a year. About 2,080 Clinical and Counseling Psychologists are employed in Ohio. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Ohio?
The highest-paying occupations in Ohio include Surgeon, All Other ($554,220), Cardiologist ($504,260), Anesthesiologist ($490,530), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.