According to Payscale.com, “seasoned” pediatric psychologists typically earn approximately $70,000, per year, on average. However, those in the lower 10% tend to make $36,000, per year, on average. These psychologists typically are just beginning their careers, or work in rural, less populated areas. On the other hand, those in the upper 10% can make up to $135,000 (or more), per year, on average.