Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Western Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,990 +52.6% vs national
Median hourly $31.25
10th percentile $35,360
90th percentile $64,990
Employed locally 210
National median $42,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,360
    25th
    $54,200
    50th (median)
    $64,990
    75th
    $64,990
    90th
    $64,990

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $91,600
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,090
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,130
    Pharmacy Technicians $43,850
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $77,780
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $63,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Psychiatric Technicians make per hour in Western Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Psychiatric Technicians in Western Wisconsin is $31.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.17 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wisconsin above or below average for Psychiatric Technicians salaries?

    The median Psychiatric Technicians salary in Western Wisconsin is 52.6% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Psychiatric Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,360 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,200.