Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Central North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $38,390 -9.9% vs national
Median hourly $18.46
10th percentile $28,480
90th percentile $50,990
Employed locally 240
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,480
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $38,390
    75th
    $46,760
    90th
    $50,990

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,020
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,190
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,060
    Pharmacists $133,620
    Paramedics $46,530

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Central North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Central North Carolina is $18.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.90 or more per hour.

    Is Central North Carolina above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Central North Carolina is 9.9% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $28,480 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.