Psychiatric Technicians pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $18.78 an hour ($39,060 a year). About 820 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($45,130). Oklahoma ranks 42nd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.38 | $34,080 |
| 25% of workers | $17.40 | $36,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.78 | $39,060 |
| 75% of workers | $21.47 | $44,650 |
| 90% of workers | $30.00 | $62,400 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $40,130 | 280 |
| Oklahoma City | $39,060 | 270 |
Oklahoma unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Oklahoma
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $82,920 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $59,480 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $43,120 |
| Paramedics | $46,790 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,520 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $58,320 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $40,500 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $53,300 |
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