Psychiatric Technicians pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $22.04 an hour ($45,840 a year). About 4,450 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($45,130). Missouri ranks 19th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.77 | $34,870 |
| 25% of workers | $18.19 | $37,840 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.04 | $45,840 |
| 75% of workers | $22.68 | $47,180 |
| 90% of workers | $26.70 | $55,530 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $47,970 | 1,680 |
| Springfield | $45,840 | 1,230 |
| Kansas City | $43,780 | 1,500 |
| Columbia | $43,170 | 270 |
| Cape Girardeau | $36,350 | 80 |
| Joplin | $35,120 | 180 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,780 |
| Paramedics | $59,180 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $63,770 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $49,560 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,070 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $29,250 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,530 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $40,100 |
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