Psychiatric Aides Salary in Colorado Springs, CO

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Colorado Springs, CO

Median annual salary $51,670 +24.2% vs national
Median hourly $24.84
10th percentile $41,070
90th percentile $59,430
Employed locally 40
National median $41,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,070
    25th
    $49,320
    50th (median)
    $51,670
    75th
    $53,430
    90th
    $59,430

    Colorado Springs economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $87,180 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatric Aides salary vs area income 59% Median Psychiatric Aides salary is 41% 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
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $51,080
    Colorado $50,690
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $47,180
    Connecticut $46,260
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $45,980
    Columbus, OH $44,530

    Related occupations in Colorado Springs, CO

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,090
    Nursing Assistants $43,000
    Medical Assistants $44,650
    Dental Assistants $47,390
    Massage Therapists $57,290
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $45,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Aides make per hour in Colorado Springs?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Aides in Colorado Springs, CO is $24.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.57 or more per hour.

    Is Colorado Springs above or below average for Psychiatric Aides salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Aides salary in Colorado Springs, CO is 24.2% 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 Colorado Springs?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Aides (10th percentile) earn around $41,070 per year in Colorado Springs, CO. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,320.