Forensic Psychologist Salary in Australia
AU$91,300
per year
per hour
AU$45.20
per hour
per year
Forensic Psychologist - Average Salary
The average salary for a Forensic Psychologist is AU$91,300 per year (AU$45.20 per hour), which is AU$21,412 (+31%) higher than the national average salary in Australia.
A Forensic Psychologist can expect an average starting salary of AU$42,600. The highest salaries can exceed AU$160,000.
A Forensic Psychologist can expect an average starting salary of AU$42,600. The highest salaries can exceed AU$160,000.
AU$42,600
Low
AU$91,300
Average salary
AU$160,000
High
AU$25.80
Low
AU$45.20
Average salary
AU$73.10
High
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Forensic Psychologist Salary Range
Forensic Psychologist - Pay by Experience Level in Australia
An Entry Level Forensic Psychologist with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of AU$42,600 per year. A mid career Forensic Psychologist with 4-9 years of experience earns an average compensation of about AU$86,700, while a Senior Forensic Psychologist with 10-20 years of experience makes on average AU$114,600. Forensic psychologists with more than 20 years of experience earn AU$121,900 per year on average.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Forensic Psychologist in Australia
| Late Career | ▲ +34% |
| Senior | ▲ +26% |
| Average Salary | AU$91,300/year |
| Mid Career | ▼ -5% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -53% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
76%
76%
Male
24%
24%
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