Psychiatric Technicians pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $20.63 an hour ($42,910 a year). About 690 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($45,130). Iowa ranks 28th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.49 | $36,370 |
| 25% of workers | $18.00 | $37,440 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.63 | $42,910 |
| 75% of workers | $21.46 | $44,630 |
| 90% of workers | $22.26 | $46,310 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa City | $45,210 | 60 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $39,750 | 300 |
Iowa 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 Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,630 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $48,530 |
| Paramedics | $60,590 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,030 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,630 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $44,860 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $54,260 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $65,930 |
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