Psychiatric Technicians pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $22.14 an hour ($46,060 a year). About 6,730 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($45,130). It is about the same as the Illinois median ($46,200).
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.47 | $38,420 |
| 25% of workers | $19.11 | $39,760 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.14 | $46,060 |
| 75% of workers | $23.94 | $49,790 |
| 90% of workers | $24.74 | $51,450 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $46,060 | 6,730 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $43,590 | 100 |
| Peoria | $40,740 | 160 |
| Springfield | $40,720 | 150 |
| Bloomington | $40,480 | 60 |
| Decatur | $35,830 | 30 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $100,490 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $72,230 |
| Paramedics | $77,670 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $57,720 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $67,840 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,820 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $78,070 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $73,960 |
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