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Psychiatrist Salary in California

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Psychiatrist in California.

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Demand: +29% (High Demand)
$368,750
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $177.29/hr
📊 80% Range: $262,500 – $525,000
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $262,500
25th % Junior $315,625
50th % Median $368,750
75th % Senior $446,875
90th % Top 10% $525,000
Base Annual Salary $368,750
Target Annual Bonus $44,250
Annual Stock / Equity $81,125
Total Compensation (TC) $494,125
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Verified Psychiatrist Openings in California

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Salary Progression by Experience Level in California

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Psychiatrist

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Psychiatrist

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$262,500
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Psychiatrist

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$368,750
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Psychiatrist

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$446,875
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$525,000

Psychiatrist Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$407,100

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$401,200

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$395,300

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$377,600

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$377,600

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$377,600

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$368,750

California

COL Index: 142%
$368,750

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Psychiatrist leads technical design, operational execution, and industry best practices in their specialized sector. High demand and strong compensation growth projected through 2026-2032.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Industry Professional License
Experience Benchmark
2-6 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+29% (High Demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Psychiatrist make in California?

The median annual salary for a Psychiatrist in California is $368,750, with entry-level professionals earning around $262,500 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $525,000.

What is the average hourly rate for a Psychiatrist in California?

On average, a Psychiatrist in California makes approximately $177.29 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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