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Physician vs Psychologist salary

In Italy, a physician earns about 28% more than a psychologist $142,565 vs $111,315 per year.

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Healthcare
Physician
$142,565/yr
Monthly
$11,861
Hourly
$68
Range
$91,242$205,294
10-yr outlook
+3%
Healthcare
Psychologist
$111,315/yr
Monthly
$9,238
Hourly
$54
Range
$76,301$154,199
10-yr outlook
+6%

Pay range, side by side

PercentilePhysicianPsychologist
Entry (10th)$91,242$76,301
25th$116,904$93,751
Median$142,565$111,315
75th$173,930$132,757
Senior (90th)$205,294$154,199

National Italy figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a physician or psychologist earn more in Italy?
A physician earns more, at about 125.000 € per year vs 97.600 € for a psychologist — roughly 28% (27.400 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Italy?
A physician typically earns 80.000 €–180.000 €, while a psychologist earns 66.900 €–135.200 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Italy?
On a monthly basis before tax, a physician averages about 10.400 € and a psychologist about 8100 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Italy, a physician earns about 80.000 € while a psychologist earns about 66.900 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Italy, a physician earns about 180.000 € while a psychologist earns about 135.200 € per year.
Are physician and psychologist similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Healthcare category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.