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Psychologist Salary in New Zealand

Psychologists study behavior and help clients manage mental and emotional challenges. The New Zealand median is $109,395 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$109,395
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,097
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$109,395
Manukau, NZ
Hourly (national)
$52.60
varies by city

Psychologist salary by city in New Zealand

CityPer year
Manukau, NZ$109,395
Hamilton, NZ$109,395
Tauranga, NZ$109,395
Dunedin, NZ$109,395
Lower Hutt, NZ$109,395
Wellington, NZ$80,607
Auckland, NZ$77,728
Christchurch, NZ$69,091

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a psychologist make in New Zealand?
The national median psychologist salary in New Zealand is about $190,000 per year ($15,800 per month). Across 8 cities, pay ranges from about $120,000 to $190,000.
Which New Zealand city pays psychologists the most?
Manukau, NZ pays the most at about $190,000 per year.
Which New Zealand city pays psychologists the least?
Among cities we cover, Christchurch, NZ is on the lower end at about $120,000 per year for a psychologist.
What is the typical salary range for a psychologist in New Zealand?
Across New Zealand cities we cover, psychologist pay commonly spans from about $84,800 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $263,200 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many New Zealand cities have psychologist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes psychologist pay for 8 cities in New Zealand, all shown in NZD.
Is psychologist in demand in New Zealand?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +6% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.