Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,100 -8.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.80
10th percentile $36,670
90th percentile $47,410
Employed locally 280
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,670
    25th
    $37,750
    50th (median)
    $39,100
    75th
    $46,850
    90th
    $47,410

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$56,760
    Pharmacy Technicians$35,840
    Pharmacists$139,020
    Physical Therapists$98,000
    Emergency Medical Technicians$37,460

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $18.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.32 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 8.2% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,670 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,750.