Addiction Psychiatrist Salary Report

As of July 10, 2025, an Addiction Psychiatrist earns approximately $350,000 per year ($29,167 monthly). Based on an average 41-hour work week, this translates to about $166 per hour.

Salary Range and Market Analysis

Based on 9 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Addiction Psychiatrist ranges from $325,000 to $360,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $405,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is below the general Psychiatrist average.

Career Growth and Subspecialty Trends

Entry-level Addiction Psychiatrist positions start at $320,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $359,286 – a 12% increase.

Practice Settings and Employers

Base salary makes up 84% of total compensation ($295,556), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.

Work-Life Balance

Addiction Psychiatrist physicians report 4.0/5 career satisfaction, with 89% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.

About Addiction Psychiatrist

Focuses on specialized addiction procedures and treatments within psychiatry, providing expert care in this specific area.