Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $39,490 -7.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.98
10th percentile $37,570
90th percentile $59,840
Employed locally 60
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,570
    25th
    $38,400
    50th (median)
    $39,490
    75th
    $52,510
    90th
    $59,840

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,360
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,500
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,440
    Pharmacists $141,530
    Dental Hygienists $94,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Southwest Minnesota is $18.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.82 or more per hour.

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

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Southwest Minnesota is 7.3% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,570 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,400.