As of December 7, 2025, a Forensic Psychiatrist earns approximately $365,000 per year ($30,417 monthly). Based on an average 40-hour work week, this translates to about $173 per hour.
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Based on 13 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Forensic Psychiatrist ranges from $350,000 to $365,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $400,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is above the general Psychiatrist average.
Entry-level Forensic Psychiatrist positions start at $362,500, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $365,000 – a 1% increase.
Base salary makes up 82% of total compensation ($299,231), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Forensic Psychiatrist physicians report 4.2/5 career satisfaction, with 85% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.
Focuses on specialized forensic procedures and treatments within psychiatry, providing expert care in this specific area.
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Distribution based on 13 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $365,000
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