Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,710 -25.5% vs national
Median hourly $15.25
10th percentile $23,380
90th percentile $36,440
Employed locally 40
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,380
    25th
    $23,440
    50th (median)
    $31,710
    75th
    $34,260
    90th
    $36,440

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $62,080
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $48,770
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,670
    Pharmacists $128,530
    Nurse Practitioners $108,830
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $48,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Northwest Alabama is $15.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.22 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Northwest Alabama is 25.5% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $23,380 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,440.