Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Northern New Mexico

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

Median annual salary $61,660 +44.8% vs national
Median hourly $29.64
10th percentile $38,750
90th percentile $81,670
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,750
    25th
    $50,590
    50th (median)
    $61,660
    75th
    $66,020
    90th
    $81,670

    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 New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$93,120
    Physicians, All Other$255,530
    Pharmacy Technicians$45,240
    Emergency Medical Technicians$36,420
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$62,650
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$50,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Northern New Mexico is $29.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.26 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Northern New Mexico is 44.8% 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 Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,750 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,590.