Psychiatric Technicians Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,860 +3% vs national
Median hourly $21.09
10th percentile $33,010
90th percentile $57,670
Employed locally 80
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,010
    25th
    $38,010
    50th (median)
    $43,860
    75th
    $49,720
    90th
    $57,670

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,410
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,120
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,970
    Physicians, All Other $188,510
    Nurse Practitioners $109,470
    Pharmacists $136,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in South Florida is $21.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.70 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in South Florida is 3% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $33,010 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,010.