Psychiatric Technicians Salary in South Georgia

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

Median annual salary $37,050 -13% vs national
Median hourly $17.81
10th percentile $29,970
90th percentile $48,370
Employed locally 60
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,970
    25th
    $35,680
    50th (median)
    $37,050
    75th
    $42,790
    90th
    $48,370

    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 South Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,310
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,860
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,530
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $58,490
    Pharmacists $134,100
    Nurse Practitioners $118,520

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in South Georgia is $17.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in South Georgia is 13% 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 South Georgia?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,970 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,680.