Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Eastern North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $37,350 -12.3% vs national
Median hourly $17.96
10th percentile $29,070
90th percentile $53,980
Employed locally 200
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,070
    25th
    $33,610
    50th (median)
    $37,350
    75th
    $42,730
    90th
    $53,980

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,760
    Emergency Medical Technicians $38,230
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,750
    Pharmacists $132,510
    Paramedics $47,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Eastern North Carolina is $17.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Eastern North Carolina is 12.3% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,070 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,610.