According to SalaryDr data from 3 verified psychiatry physicians in Texas, the median total compensation for Psychiatry in 2026 is $250,000. The 25th percentile is $220,000 and the 75th percentile is $273,800. Base salary: $239,000. Bonuses: $8,933 (4% receive). Satisfaction: 3.0/5. Workload: ~42 hrs/week. Source: https://www.salarydr.com/specialty/psychiatry/texas Sample size: 3. Last updated: May 10, 2026.
As of May 10, 2026, a Psychiatrist in Texas earns approximately $250,000 per year ($20,833 monthly). Based on an average 42-hour work week, this translates to about $114 per hour. Looking for a broader view? See the Psychiatrist salary overview or compare nearby states below.
From 3 verified physician salary submissions in Texas, SalaryDr is seeing total compensation ranging from $220,000 to $273,800, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $273,800 annually. Compared to the national median of $250,000, Psychiatrist salaries in Texas are in line with the national median.
In Texas, the salary progression for psychiatrist physicians shows significant growth potential. Entry-level positions start at $220,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $261,900 - a 19% increase.
In Texas, the most common work environment is Academic (67% of physicians). On average, base salary accounts for 96% of total compensation—about $239,000—with the remaining amount coming from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Texas offers unique advantages for psychiatrist physicians, including no state income tax and growing healthcare markets. The cost of living in Texas is generally lower than coastal states.
Local psychiatrist physicians report 3.0/5 career satisfaction, with 100% of those surveyed saying they would choose this specialty again.
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Latest submission: May 10, 2026
Distribution based on 3 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $250,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Psychiatry physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Psychiatry physicians who would choose this specialty again.
Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.
On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.
Average Salary
$247,933
Median Salary
$250,000
Salary Range
$220,000 - $273,800
National Average
$247,933
Difference
+0% vs National Average
Sample Size
3 local / 3 national reports
| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Academic | $261,900 | 2 submissions |
| Hospital-employed | $220,000 | 1 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
Compare salary data across different practice settings for Psychiatry physicians in Texas:
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | $220,000 | 1 submissions |
| 3-5 years | $273,800 | 1 submissions |
| 11-15 years | $250,000 | 1 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
See how Psychiatry salaries in Texas compare to neighboring states.
2026 estimate for one W-2 wage earner, including the federal standard deduction. State estimates use 2026 brackets, updated September 18, before state deductions, exemptions, credits, or benefit recapture. Local taxes, state payroll taxes, itemized deductions, tax credits, and self-employment taxes are excluded. Actual pay and state rankings may differ. Sources: IRS, SSA, and state brackets, with enacted updates for Arkansas, Georgia, South Carolina, Utah, and West Virginia.
| Subspecialty | Average Salary | Sample Size | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forensic | $363,929 | 14 submissions | Focuses on specialized forensic procedures and treatments within psychiatry, providing expert care in this specific area. |
| Child & Adolescent | $362,855 | 22 submissions | Focuses on specialized child & adolescent procedures and treatments within psychiatry, providing expert care in this specific area. |
| Geriatric | $353,800 | 5 submissions | Focuses on specialized geriatric procedures and treatments within psychiatry, providing expert care in this specific area. |
| Addiction | $350,556 | 9 submissions | Focuses on specialized addiction procedures and treatments within psychiatry, providing expert care in this specific area. |
* Subspecialties with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
* Data is aggregated from verified physician submissions.