Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Central Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $29,780 -30.1% vs national
Median hourly $14.32
10th percentile $28,110
90th percentile $34,540
Employed locally 100
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,110
    25th
    $28,780
    50th (median)
    $29,780
    75th
    $33,690
    90th
    $34,540

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $74,390
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $49,200
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,230
    Nurse Practitioners $126,500
    Pharmacists $132,900
    Speech-Language Pathologists $84,620

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Central Louisiana is $14.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $16.60 or more per hour.

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

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Central Louisiana is 30.1% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $28,110 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,780.