Occupation Salary Profile

Psychiatric Technicians

SOC Code: 29-2053

Care for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities, following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. Monitor patientsā€™ physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral or injectable medications.

National Median (BLS)
$44,880
ā–² +1.77% Nominal ā–¼ -1.44% Real
H-1B Sponsor Median
N/A
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Average Base Salary
$49,150
Domestic Mean Pay
Total U.S. Employment
6,830
Active Positions (BLS)
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National Baseline Wage Distribution

Empirical wage tiers reported across all 50 states by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for Psychiatric Technicians.

Percentile Tier Annual Base Salary
10th Percentile $31,810
25th Percentile $37,720
National Median (50th Percentile) $44,880
75th Percentile $54,560
90th Percentile $80,430
P10: $31,810 P50 (Median): $44,880 P90: $80,430