Psychiatric Technicians pay in Connecticut
In Connecticut, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $26.68 an hour ($55,500 a year). About 1,040 people work in this job there.
That is 23% higher than the U.S. median ($45,130). Connecticut ranks 5th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Connecticut
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.83 | $41,250 |
| 25% of workers | $23.10 | $48,050 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.68 | $55,500 |
| 75% of workers | $33.65 | $70,000 |
| 90% of workers | $37.28 | $77,540 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New Haven | $59,930 | 80 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $57,570 | 230 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $57,360 | 40 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $51,950 | 110 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $48,370 | 520 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for psychiatric technicians
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +22.3% over ten years, much faster than average · about 17,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Connecticut
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $102,740 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $78,640 |
| Paramedics | $77,480 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $75,880 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $72,780 |
| Psychiatric Aides | $44,660 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,770 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $73,690 |
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