Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,960 +12.6% vs national
Median hourly $23.06
10th percentile $41,220
90th percentile $80,570
Employed locally 90
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,220
    25th
    $42,680
    50th (median)
    $47,960
    75th
    $72,300
    90th
    $80,570

    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

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Connecticut is $23.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.77 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Connecticut is 12.6% above 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $41,220 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,680.