Psychiatric Technicians pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for psychiatric technicians is $25.23 an hour ($52,470 a year). About 1,920 people work in this job there.
That is 16% higher than the U.S. median ($45,130). Washington ranks 8th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for psychiatric technicians in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.17 | $44,030 |
| 25% of workers | $22.29 | $46,360 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.23 | $52,470 |
| 75% of workers | $29.80 | $61,990 |
| 90% of workers | $36.89 | $76,730 |
Psychiatric Technicians pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $62,400 | 200 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $52,490 | 1,330 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $42,760 | 0 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $124,200 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers | $70,460 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $66,450 |
| Paramedics | $104,310 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $39,500 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $77,590 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $58,900 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $72,760 |
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