Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Eastern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,580 -16.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.11
10th percentile $30,160
90th percentile $49,750
Employed locally 80
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,160
    25th
    $30,160
    50th (median)
    $35,580
    75th
    $37,580
    90th
    $49,750

    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 Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$80,890
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$58,080
    Pharmacy Technicians$40,250
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$70,180
    Physical Therapists$107,440
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$50,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Eastern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Eastern Region of Texas is $17.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.71 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Region of Texas above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Eastern Region of Texas is 16.5% 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 Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $30,160 per year in Eastern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,160.