Psychiatric Aides Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,200 -17.8% vs national
Median hourly $16.44
10th percentile $34,200
90th percentile $45,850
Employed locally 240
National median $41,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,200
    25th
    $34,200
    50th (median)
    $34,200
    75th
    $41,720
    90th
    $45,850

    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 Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $34,210
    Nursing Assistants $37,910
    Medical Assistants $45,220
    Dental Assistants $44,500
    Phlebotomists $39,370
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $46,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Aides make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Aides in Southwest Montana is $16.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.02 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Psychiatric Aides salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Aides salary in Southwest Montana is 17.8% 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Aides (10th percentile) earn around $34,200 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,200.