Psychiatric Technicians pay in Indiana
In Indiana, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $19.67 an hour ($40,910 a year). About 6,790 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($45,130). Indiana ranks 31st of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Indiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.31 | $36,010 |
| 25% of workers | $18.24 | $37,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.67 | $40,910 |
| 75% of workers | $22.38 | $46,550 |
| 90% of workers | $24.13 | $50,190 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Indiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Elkhart-Goshen | $46,560 | 130 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $44,710 | 2,440 |
| Columbus | $40,990 | 160 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $40,910 | 530 |
| Bloomington | $40,320 | 240 |
| Fort Wayne | $39,010 | 430 |
| Evansville | $38,170 | 330 |
| Terre Haute | $37,090 | 110 |
Indiana unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Indiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $83,500 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,280 |
| Paramedics | $60,320 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $48,300 |
| Psychiatric Aides | $44,860 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,660 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,100 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $65,720 |
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