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Nurse Practitioner vs Psychologist salary

In Poland, a nurse practitioner earns about 35% more than a psychologist $156,746 vs $116,245 per year.

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Pays more
Healthcare
Nurse Practitioner
$156,746/yr
Monthly
$13,071
Hourly
$75
Range
$114,430$208,478
10-yr outlook
+45%
Healthcare
Psychologist
$116,245/yr
Monthly
$9,678
Hourly
$56
Range
$79,635$161,007
10-yr outlook
+6%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileNurse PractitionerPsychologist
Entry (10th)$114,430$79,635
25th$135,575$97,940
Median$156,746$116,245
75th$182,599$138,626
Senior (90th)$208,478$161,007

National Poland figures in PLN. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a nurse practitioner or psychologist earn more in Poland?
A nurse practitioner earns more, at about 596 000 zł per year vs 442 000 zł for a psychologist — roughly 35% (154 000 zł) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Poland?
A nurse practitioner typically earns 435 100 zł–792 700 zł, while a psychologist earns 302 800 zł–612 200 zł per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Poland?
On a monthly basis before tax, a nurse practitioner averages about 49 700 zł and a psychologist about 36 800 zł.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Poland, a nurse practitioner earns about 435 100 zł while a psychologist earns about 302 800 zł per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Poland, a nurse practitioner earns about 792 700 zł while a psychologist earns about 612 200 zł per year.
Are nurse practitioner 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.