Psychiatric Technicians pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $22.24 an hour ($46,250 a year). About 5,560 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($45,130). Georgia ranks 17th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.05 | $37,530 |
| 25% of workers | $19.86 | $41,320 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.24 | $46,250 |
| 75% of workers | $24.37 | $50,680 |
| 90% of workers | $27.95 | $58,130 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gainesville | $47,690 | 80 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $47,650 | 4,230 |
| Savannah | $45,530 | 110 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $43,590 | 170 |
| Columbus | $41,730 | 210 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $40,940 | 50 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $93,550 |
| Paramedics | $57,660 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $72,800 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $52,030 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $30,550 |
| Psychiatric Aides | $36,790 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $75,920 |
| Recreational Therapists | $52,010 |
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