Psychiatric Aides pay in New York-Newark-Jersey City
In New York-Newark-Jersey City (NY), the median pay for psychiatric aides is $23.96 an hour ($49,840 a year). About 4,310 people work in this job there.
That is 11% higher than the U.S. median ($44,910). It is about the same as the New York median ($50,220).
Pay range for psychiatric aides in New York-Newark-Jersey City (NY)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.75 | $41,070 |
| 25% of workers | $23.22 | $48,300 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.96 | $49,840 |
| 75% of workers | $25.23 | $52,470 |
| 90% of workers | $28.96 | $60,230 |
Psychiatric Aides pay in New York metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh | $75,670 | 210 |
| Utica-Rome | $58,600 | 220 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga | $50,140 | 260 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City (this page) | $49,840 | 4,310 |
| Syracuse | $49,820 | 140 |
| Binghamton | $49,340 | 110 |
New York 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 New York-Newark-Jersey City (NY)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $119,720 |
| Nursing Assistants | $49,270 |
| Medical Assistants | $48,370 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,910 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,320 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $75,620 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $58,610 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $74,960 |
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