Psychiatric Technicians pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $15.12 an hour ($31,440 a year). About 2,420 people work in this job there.
That is 30% lower than the U.S. median ($45,130). Louisiana ranks 49th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.66 | $28,400 |
| 25% of workers | $14.28 | $29,700 |
| Half of workers (median) | $15.12 | $31,440 |
| 75% of workers | $16.93 | $35,200 |
| 90% of workers | $17.71 | $36,830 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $36,120 | 240 |
| Lake Charles | $34,550 | 120 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $34,320 | 210 |
| Baton Rouge | $32,010 | 750 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $31,270 | 50 |
| Lafayette | $30,210 | 300 |
| Monroe | $29,880 | 130 |
| Alexandria | $29,190 | 220 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (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 Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $80,230 |
| Paramedics | $56,050 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,370 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $22,460 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $47,100 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,090 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $57,470 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $44,410 |
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