Psychiatric Aides Salary in Helena, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Helena, MT

Median annual salary $47,930 +15.2% vs national
Median hourly $23.04
10th percentile $33,570
90th percentile $58,560
Employed locally 30
National median $41,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,570
    25th
    $39,360
    50th (median)
    $47,930
    75th
    $47,930
    90th
    $58,560

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatric Aides salary vs area income 65% Median Psychiatric Aides salary is 35% 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
    Binghamton, NY $52,250

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $31,450
    Nursing Assistants $40,640
    Medical Assistants $43,720
    Dental Assistants $45,300
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $47,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Aides make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Aides in Helena, MT is $23.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.15 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Psychiatric Aides salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Aides salary in Helena, MT is 15.2% 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 Helena?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Aides (10th percentile) earn around $33,570 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,360.