Hire Psychologists in New York
New York has 18,400 licensed psychologists — ranking #2 nationally. Median salary: $93k. Healthcare jobs growing 5%.
New York ranks #2 of 51 states for psychologists with 18,400 providers (114 per 100K residents, 100% above the national average of 57). New York leads with 7,140 providers. Average time-to-fill: ~35 days. Sign-on bonuses avg $15,000.
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Psychologists Salary & Compensation in New York
To recruit mid-career psychologists in New York, target offers at $97,377+. Sign-on bonuses averaging $15,000 can help close competitive candidates. (Source: BLS OOH)
Psychologists Supply by City in New York
| City | Providers | Per 100K | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 7,140 | 85 | 8,400,000 |
| Brooklyn | 2,210 | 85 | 2,600,000 |
| Queens | 1,955 | 85 | 2,300,000 |
| Bronx | 1,190 | 85 | 1,400,000 |
| Staten Island | 404 | 85 | 475,000 |
| Buffalo | 217 | 85 | 255,000 |
| Rochester | 175 | 85 | 206,000 |
| Yonkers | 170 | 85 | 200,000 |
| Syracuse | 121 | 85 | 142,000 |
| Albany | 82 | 85 | 97,000 |
10 cities in New York have psychologists data. National average: 57 per 100K residents.
New York Recruiting Market Overview
New York ranks #2 of 51 states for psychologists with 18,400 providers (114 per 100K residents, 100% above the national average of 57). New York leads with 7,140 providers.
New York is not a compact state — individual licensure required. NPs have full practice authority.
With 18.2% annual turnover, New York sees approximately 3,349 psychologists position changes per year. Top retention factors: work-life balance (85%), competitive salary (82%), and supportive management (78%).
Average time-to-fill is ~35 days. Recruiters should factor in 60-120 days for hospital credentialing and 90-180 days for insurance paneling.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Hiring Psychologists in New York
How many psychologists are in New York?
New York has 18,400 licensed psychologists, ranking #2 nationally with 114 per 100K residents. Source: CMS NPPES NPI Registry.
What is the salary for psychologists in New York?
The national median is $92,740. Entry-level: $70,482, Senior: $115,925. Sign-on bonuses averaging $15,000 are common for hard-to-fill roles. Source: BLS 2024.
Is New York a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
No, New York requires individual state licensure. The compact includes 42 member states.
Which cities in New York have the most psychologists?
Top cities: New York (7,140), Brooklyn (2,210), Queens (1,955). New York has 85 per 100K residents.
What is the turnover rate for psychologists in New York?
Annual turnover averages 18.2%. Top exit reasons: burnout (35%), better pay (28%). Proactive retention programs reduce turnover 25-40%.
How long does recruiting psychologists take?
Average time-to-fill is ~35 days (low competition). Hospital credentialing adds 60-120 days. Start the process early to avoid staffing gaps.
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