Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,910 -13.3% vs national
Median hourly $17.74
10th percentile $28,500
90th percentile $46,020
Employed locally 220
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,500
    25th
    $32,700
    50th (median)
    $36,910
    75th
    $39,000
    90th
    $46,020

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,450
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,300
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,830
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $71,690
    Nurse Practitioners $121,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Southern Indiana is $17.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.05 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Southern Indiana is 13.3% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $28,500 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,700.