Psychiatric Technicians Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $43,700 +2.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.01
10th percentile $43,700
90th percentile $52,920
Employed locally 340
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,700
    25th
    $43,700
    50th (median)
    $43,700
    75th
    $52,920
    90th
    $52,920

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,230
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,730
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,490
    Occupational Therapists $83,200
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $63,530
    Physicians, All Other $339,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in South Illinois is $21.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.61 or more per hour.

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

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in South Illinois is 2.6% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $43,700 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,700.