Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $40,500 -4.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.47
10th percentile $31,690
90th percentile $59,530
Employed locally 140
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,690
    25th
    $37,570
    50th (median)
    $40,500
    75th
    $52,540
    90th
    $59,530

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $86,430
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $57,440
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,470
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,580
    Pharmacists $146,680
    Physical Therapists $99,670

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Northwest Minnesota is $19.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Northwest Minnesota is 4.9% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,690 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,570.