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Country · SAR · 2026Staff Psychiatrist Salary in Saudi Arabia
Your earning potential as a Staff Psychiatrist in Saudi Arabia
In Saudi Arabia, pay for this role varies with experience, company and the responsibilities you take on.
Estimated mid-level pay centres around SAR 141.5K a year — about SAR 11,791 a month before tax.
The benchmark spans SAR 73.6K at entry level to SAR 459.6K at executive level annually. Compare the experience breakdown below with roles similar to yours.
Market outlook: Growing (estimate). There is limited evidence to explain the outlook for this role in this location. Local outlook evidence is limited; this estimate is a guide to potential demand, rather than a prediction of hiring or pay growth. Your next step will also depend on the skills and responsibilities required by the roles you pursue.
Mid-level equivalent: ≈ $37,732/year ($3,144/month) at 3.75 SAR/USD.
2026 estimates · Local data was too thin for a direct benchmark. Estimated from nearby markets, adjusted for cost of living and income levels.
Salary by experience level
| Level | Experience | P25 | Median | P75 | P10 – P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| entry | 0–2 yrs | SAR 73.6K |
SAR 92K
≈ $24,526
|
SAR 106.7K | SAR 59.1K – SAR 127.7K |
| mid | 3–5 yrs | SAR 113.2K |
SAR 141.5K
≈ $37,732
|
SAR 164.1K | SAR 91K – SAR 196.5K |
| senior | 6–9 yrs | SAR 186.8K |
SAR 233.5K
≈ $62,258
|
SAR 270.8K | SAR 150.1K – SAR 324.2K |
| executive | 10–15 yrs | SAR 316.9K |
SAR 396.2K
≈ $105,649
|
SAR 459.6K | SAR 254.7K – SAR 550.1K |
Five-year salary trend
What moves this number
What lands in your account
| Level | Gross | Tax | Effective | Net annual | Net monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| entry | SAR 92K | Not enough bracket data for a take-home estimate | |||
| mid | SAR 141.5K | Not enough bracket data for a take-home estimate | |||
| senior | SAR 233.5K | Not enough bracket data for a take-home estimate | |||
| executive | SAR 396.2K | Not enough bracket data for a take-home estimate | |||
Only the top marginal rate (0.0%) is known. It is not applied flat, because that would overstate tax at lower incomes. Add verified brackets to enable a take-home estimate. Social contributions and local levies are not included.
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What to ask for
Based on market data for Staff Psychiatrist in Saudi Arabia, the median is SAR 141.5K and the 75th percentile is SAR 164.1K. I am targeting SAR 172.3K, which reflects my experience and the scope of the role.
Also negotiable sign-on bonus, equity, remote or hybrid flexibility, learning budget and additional leave
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Staff Psychiatrist salary in Saudi Arabia — FAQ
What is the average salary of a Staff Psychiatrist in Saudi Arabia?
SpotSalary models a median annual salary of SAR 141.5K for a Staff Psychiatrist in Saudi Arabia, or about SAR 11,791 per month before tax. The middle 50% of the estimate ranges from SAR 113.2K to SAR 164.1K, with a full P10–P90 range of SAR 91K to SAR 196.5K. This is a modelled estimate, not a job offer.
How much does an entry-level Staff Psychiatrist earn in Saudi Arabia?
The entry-level band for a Staff Psychiatrist in Saudi Arabia centres on SAR 92K per year (P25–P75: SAR 73.6K–SAR 106.7K). Entry-level pay typically covers the first 2 years of experience and depends on company size, skills and responsibilities.
How much does a senior or executive Staff Psychiatrist earn in Saudi Arabia?
The executive band for a Staff Psychiatrist in Saudi Arabia has a median of SAR 396.2K per year and a P75 of SAR 459.6K. Senior and executive packages often include a larger bonus and equity component; this benchmark shows the total-compensation split for each level.
What is the salary outlook for a Staff Psychiatrist in Saudi Arabia?
The outlook is growing. In the base scenario, median pay reaches SAR 184.9K by 2031, about 30.7% above today before inflation and 3.5% per year in real terms after 2.0% inflation. Scenario bands widen over time and are not guarantees.
How does SpotSalary calculate these salary estimates?
Estimates are anchored to external market signals — GDP per capita PPP, inflation, wage growth, cost of living, demand and automation exposure — and synthesised with AI. Deterministic validation rejects implausible outputs. This report carries 50% confidence.
What this benchmark is built on
SpotSalary anchors each estimate to external market signals, then synthesises the gap with AI. Deterministic validation rejects implausible outputs. Source names and data tiers are listed here; the full methodology is on the method page.
Estimated from 1 nearby market, adjusted for cost of living.
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