Psychiatric Aides pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for psychiatric aides is $21.53 an hour ($44,790 a year). About 1,620 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($44,910). Pennsylvania ranks 21st of 39 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric aides in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.24 | $37,930 |
| 25% of workers | $19.01 | $39,540 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.53 | $44,790 |
| 75% of workers | $23.35 | $48,560 |
| 90% of workers | $29.45 | $61,260 |
Psychiatric Aides pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $48,560 | 870 |
| Pittsburgh | $44,920 | 490 |
| Reading | $44,720 | 130 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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 Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $96,430 |
| Nursing Assistants | $44,590 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,940 |
| Medical Assistants | $43,920 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $43,930 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $62,580 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $71,590 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,520 |
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