Psychiatrist salary in Connecticut
What psychiatrists earn in Connecticut and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$326,670$157.05 per hour
vs U.S.+16%U.S. median $281,870
Middle half earn$135,190 – $404,850Top 10%: $481,590+
Jobs5601.85× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatrist pay in Connecticut cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $280,370 | $134.79 | 270 |
| New Haven, CT | $381,890 | $183.60 | 140 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $329,530 | $158.43 | 90 |
Hospitals and jobs in Connecticut
Psychiatrist pay in similar states
Alaska · $342,170 Minnesota · $336,410 Wisconsin · $331,070 Florida · $316,200 Oregon · $314,880 Missouri · $312,680
Other healthcare salaries in Connecticut
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $38,990 Registered Nurses · $102,740 Nursing Assistants · $44,790 Medical Assistants · $47,430 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $73,690 Pharmacy Technicians · $47,050 Physicians, All Other · $214,990 Physical Therapists · $104,360 Dental Assistants · $56,850 Nurse Practitioners · $138,470 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $65,310 Physician Assistants · $139,860
Questions
How much does a psychiatrist make in Connecticut?
Psychiatrists in Connecticut earned a median of $326,670 a year ($157.05 an hour) in May 2025, 16% more than the national median of $281,870. The middle half earned $135,190 to $404,850.
Where in Connecticut do psychiatrists earn the most?
Among areas in Connecticut, pay was highest in New Haven, CT at $381,890.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.