Psychiatric Aides Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $50,250 +20.8% vs national
Median hourly $24.16
10th percentile $36,400
90th percentile $62,150
Employed locally 140
National median $41,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,400
    25th
    $40,980
    50th (median)
    $50,250
    75th
    $62,150
    90th
    $62,150

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatric Aides salary vs area income 68% Median Psychiatric Aides salary is 32% 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
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $45,980
    Jacksonville, FL $37,150

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$29,300
    Nursing Assistants$45,070
    Medical Assistants$40,590
    Dental Assistants$46,740
    Massage Therapists$55,610
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$36,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Aides make per hour in Las Vegas?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Aides in Las Vegas, NV is $24.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.17 or more per hour.

    Is Las Vegas above or below average for Psychiatric Aides salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Aides salary in Las Vegas, NV is 20.8% 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 Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Aides (10th percentile) earn around $36,400 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,980.