Psychiatric Aides Salary in Middle Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $27,840 -33.1% vs national
Median hourly $13.39
10th percentile $27,840
90th percentile $37,400
Employed locally 60
National median $41,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,840
    25th
    $27,840
    50th (median)
    $27,840
    75th
    $36,000
    90th
    $37,400

    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

    Related occupations in Middle Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $24,300
    Nursing Assistants $36,290
    Medical Assistants $33,950
    Phlebotomists $37,030
    Physical Therapist Assistants $68,280
    Dental Assistants $37,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Aides make per hour in Middle Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Aides in Middle Georgia is $13.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.98 or more per hour.

    Is Middle Georgia above or below average for Psychiatric Aides salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Aides salary in Middle Georgia is 33.1% below 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 Middle Georgia?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Aides (10th percentile) earn around $27,840 per year in Middle Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,840.