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Physician vs Psychologist salary

In Poland, a psychologist earns about 9% more than a physician $116,245 vs $107,040 per year.

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Healthcare
Physician
$107,040/yr
Monthly
$8,916
Hourly
$52
Range
$68,511$154,142
10-yr outlook
+3%
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Healthcare
Psychologist
$116,245/yr
Monthly
$9,678
Hourly
$56
Range
$79,635$161,007
10-yr outlook
+6%

Pay range, side by side

PercentilePhysicianPsychologist
Entry (10th)$68,511$79,635
25th$87,762$97,940
Median$107,040$116,245
75th$130,578$138,626
Senior (90th)$154,142$161,007

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does a physician or psychologist earn more in Poland?
A psychologist earns more, at about 442 000 zł per year vs 407 000 zł for a physician — roughly 9% (35 000 zł) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Poland?
A physician typically earns 260 500 zł–586 100 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 physician averages about 33 900 zł and a psychologist about 36 800 zł.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Poland, a physician earns about 260 500 zł while a psychologist earns about 302 800 zł per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Poland, a physician earns about 586 100 zł while a psychologist earns about 612 200 zł 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.