Industrial-Organizational Psychologists Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for industrial-organizational psychologistss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
Job Outlook, 2024–2034
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034.
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Pay by Industry
Highest-paying industries employing industrial-organizational psychologistss (BLS OEWS, by median).
| # | Industry | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services | $222,060 | $189,860 | 530 |
| 2 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $222,050 | $184,340 | 590 |
| 3 | Sector 54 - Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $222,050 | $184,340 | 590 |
| 4 | Cross-industry, Private Ownership only | $195,180 | $174,420 | 730 |
| 5 | Cross-Industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local | $193,950 | $170,230 | 790 |
| 6 | Management of Companies and Enterprises | $144,110 | $152,660 | 30 |
| 7 | Management of Companies and Enterprises | $144,110 | $152,660 | 30 |
| 8 | Sector 55 - Management of Companies and Enterprises | $144,110 | $152,660 | 30 |
| 9 | Scientific Research and Development Services | $139,520 | $132,770 | — |
| 10 | Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities | $139,320 | $128,480 | 60 |
| 11 | State Government, including Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation) | $124,560 | $122,300 | 40 |
| 12 | Federal, State, and Local Government, including State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS | $113,480 | $118,950 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do industrial-organizational psychologists make in the U.S.?
The median industrial-organizational psychologists salary in the United States is $193,950 per year (mean $170,230), and about 80% earn between $79,010 and $247,220.
How much do industrial-organizational psychologists make per hour?
Roughly $82 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $170,230 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Which state pays industrial-organizational psychologists the most?
Oregon has the highest average pay for industrial-organizational psychologists at $147,400 per year (median $174,980).
What is the job outlook for industrial-organizational psychologists?
Employment is projected to change +6.3% from 2024 to 2034 (Faster than average), with about 400 openings per year.
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