Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $50,960 +19.7% vs national
Median hourly $24.50
10th percentile $43,300
90th percentile $63,660
Employed locally 170
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,300
    25th
    $50,960
    50th (median)
    $50,960
    75th
    $54,610
    90th
    $63,660

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,550
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,160
    Dental Hygienists $84,900
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,610
    Nurse Practitioners $128,070

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Northwest Illinois is $24.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.28 or more per hour.

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

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Northwest Illinois is 19.7% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $43,300 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,960.