Psychiatric Technicians pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $19.37 an hour ($40,300 a year). About 3,550 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($45,130). Minnesota ranks 35th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.71 | $36,830 |
| 25% of workers | $18.33 | $38,130 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.37 | $40,300 |
| 75% of workers | $24.75 | $51,490 |
| 90% of workers | $28.12 | $58,490 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Duluth | $50,490 | 180 |
| St. Cloud | $48,190 | 190 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $39,530 | 2,280 |
| Rochester | $38,150 | 180 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Minnesota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $101,510 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $75,020 |
| Paramedics | $76,300 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $66,770 |
| Psychiatric Aides | $55,040 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $64,920 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,750 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $48,300 |
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