Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,570 -16.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.10
10th percentile $35,570
90th percentile $48,240
Employed locally 140
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,570
    25th
    $35,570
    50th (median)
    $35,570
    75th
    $41,400
    90th
    $48,240

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,120
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,930
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,510
    Dental Hygienists $76,100
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,140
    Pharmacists $133,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Northern Michigan is $17.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.19 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Northern Michigan 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,570 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,570.