Psychiatric Aides Salary in Topeka, KS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Topeka, KS

Median annual salary $38,390 -7.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.46
10th percentile $38,390
90th percentile $38,390
Employed locally 250
National median $41,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,390
    25th
    $38,390
    50th (median)
    $38,390
    75th
    $38,390
    90th
    $38,390

    Topeka economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,160 2023 • Census ACS
    Psychiatric Aides salary vs area income 56% Median Psychiatric Aides salary is 44% 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
    Kansas City, MO-KS $39,950
    Jacksonville, FL $37,150
    Jackson, MS $30,660

    Related occupations in Topeka, KS

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,530
    Nursing Assistants $37,020
    Medical Assistants $45,040
    Dental Assistants $46,230
    Phlebotomists $45,680
    Physical Therapist Assistants $62,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Aides make per hour in Topeka?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Aides in Topeka, KS is $18.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.46 or more per hour.

    Is Topeka above or below average for Psychiatric Aides salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Aides salary in Topeka, KS is 7.7% 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 Topeka?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Aides (10th percentile) earn around $38,390 per year in Topeka, KS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,390.