Psychiatric Aides pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for psychiatric aides is $21.78 an hour ($45,300 a year). About 950 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($44,910). Massachusetts ranks 18th of 39 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric aides in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.80 | $37,020 |
| 25% of workers | $17.85 | $37,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.78 | $45,300 |
| 75% of workers | $29.64 | $61,640 |
| 90% of workers | $38.52 | $80,130 |
Psychiatric Aides pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $48,100 | 570 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $104,550 |
| Nursing Assistants | $46,680 |
| Medical Assistants | $49,460 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $80,220 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $52,000 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $79,460 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $75,040 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $37,440 |
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