Psychiatric Technicians pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $19.70 an hour ($40,970 a year). About 560 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($45,130). South Carolina ranks 30th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.02 | $35,390 |
| 25% of workers | $19.22 | $39,980 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.70 | $40,970 |
| 75% of workers | $22.47 | $46,730 |
| 90% of workers | $25.56 | $53,170 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $45,670 | 150 |
| Columbia | $39,980 | 210 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $82,360 |
| Paramedics | $53,550 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $70,500 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $73,740 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $39,930 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,820 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $42,120 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $55,280 |
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