Psychiatric Aides Salary in Bridgeport, CT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT

Median annual salary $45,400 +9.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.83
10th percentile $41,070
90th percentile $68,660
Employed locally 170
National median $41,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,070
    25th
    $41,840
    50th (median)
    $45,400
    75th
    $53,920
    90th
    $68,660

    Bridgeport economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $111,656 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatric Aides salary vs area income 41% Median Psychiatric Aides salary is 59% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Psychiatric Aides

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Fresno, CA $70,710
    Utica-Rome, NY $68,180
    Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY $67,720
    Central East New York nonmetropolitan area $61,580
    Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area $61,420
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $59,730

    Nearby metros — Psychiatric Aides salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Waterbury-Shelton, CT $57,360
    Connecticut $46,260
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $44,860
    Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT $44,700

    Related occupations in Bridgeport, CT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$38,980
    Nursing Assistants$46,560
    Medical Assistants$46,900
    Dental Assistants$50,610
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$39,270
    Massage Therapists$63,180

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Aides make per hour in Bridgeport?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Aides in Bridgeport, CT is $21.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.89 or more per hour.

    Is Bridgeport above or below average for Psychiatric Aides salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Aides salary in Bridgeport, CT is 9.2% above the national median of $41,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Psychiatric Aides in Bridgeport?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Aides (10th percentile) earn around $41,070 per year in Bridgeport, CT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,840.