Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Central Missouri

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

Median annual salary $41,600 -2.3% vs national
Median hourly $20.00
10th percentile $31,950
90th percentile $47,420
Employed locally 250
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,950
    25th
    $37,040
    50th (median)
    $41,600
    75th
    $43,290
    90th
    $47,420

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,210
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $55,250
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,040
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,030
    Pharmacists $135,730
    Nurse Practitioners $116,250

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Central Missouri is $20.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.68 or more per hour.

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

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Central Missouri is 2.3% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,950 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,040.