Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,110 +13% vs national
Median hourly $23.13
10th percentile $38,150
90th percentile $51,090
Employed locally 310
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,150
    25th
    $46,990
    50th (median)
    $48,110
    75th
    $48,110
    90th
    $51,090

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$84,350
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$58,660
    Pharmacy Technicians$35,350
    Physicians, All Other$101,100
    Emergency Medical Technicians$38,130
    Pharmacists$132,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $23.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.99 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 13% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,150 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,990.