Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Southwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $41,440 -2.7% vs national
Median hourly $19.92
10th percentile $32,770
90th percentile $50,460
Employed locally 260
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,770
    25th
    $32,770
    50th (median)
    $41,440
    75th
    $41,440
    90th
    $50,460

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,260
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,300
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,920
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,900
    Pharmacists $131,640
    Nurse Practitioners $116,630

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Southwest Virginia is $19.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Southwest Virginia is 2.7% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,770 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,770.