Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,640 -11.6% vs national
Median hourly $18.10
10th percentile $36,210
90th percentile $47,800
Employed locally 440
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,210
    25th
    $37,050
    50th (median)
    $37,640
    75th
    $40,930
    90th
    $47,800

    Top-paying metros for Psychiatric Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $91,910
    Napa, CA $83,960
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $82,440
    Vallejo, CA $82,170
    Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area $81,440
    Visalia, CA $77,340

    Related occupations in Central Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,280
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,050
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,530
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,510
    Nurse Practitioners $124,420
    Medical Records Specialists $46,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Central Indiana is $18.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.06 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Central Indiana is 11.6% below the national median of $42,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Psychiatric Technicians in Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,210 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,050.