Psychiatric Aides pay in California
In California, the median pay for psychiatric aides is $22.84 an hour ($47,500 a year). About 3,760 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($44,910). California ranks 12th of 39 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric aides in California
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.76 | $39,030 |
| 25% of workers | $21.82 | $45,390 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.84 | $47,500 |
| 75% of workers | $27.48 | $57,160 |
| 90% of workers | $37.13 | $77,220 |
Psychiatric Aides pay in California metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara | $58,550 | 100 |
| Merced | $49,590 | 120 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario | $48,780 | 310 |
| Fresno | $47,480 | 80 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom | $47,080 | 260 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | $47,050 | 1,450 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad | $46,280 | 130 |
| Redding | $44,700 | 40 |
California unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for psychiatric aides
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1.9% over ten years, little or no change · about 4,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in California
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $140,270 |
| Medical Assistants | $49,660 |
| Nursing Assistants | $47,630 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $79,750 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $49,140 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $83,110 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $38,330 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $81,770 |
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