Psychiatric Technicians Salary in District of Columbia

Ranked #1 of 49 · DC

35.5% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $63,160 ≈ $30/hr
Median annual salary $67,430
Employment 380

Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)

P10 $42,440P25 $47,880 Median $67,430P75 $78,460P90 $78,460

About 80% of psychiatric technicianss in District of Columbia earn between $42,440 and $78,460. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.

Compared to the U.S.

District of Columbia
$63,160
U.S. average
$46,610

The mean psychiatric technicians salary in District of Columbia is $63,160, about 35.5% above the U.S. average ($46,610). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.

Metro Areas in District of Columbia

Metro areaMedianMeanEmployment
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $50,840 $55,030 1,450

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do psychiatric technicians make in District of Columbia?

The median psychiatric technicians salary in District of Columbia is $67,430 per year (mean $63,160), and about 80% earn between $42,440 and $78,460.

How much do psychiatric technicians make per hour in District of Columbia?

Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $63,160 and 2,080 work hours per year.

Is District of Columbia a high-paying state for psychiatric technicians?

District of Columbia ranks #1 of 49 states for psychiatric technicians pay. Its mean salary of $63,160 is about 35.5% above the U.S. average of $46,610.

Which metro areas in District of Columbia pay psychiatric technicians the most?

The highest-paying metro areas in District of Columbia for psychiatric technicians are Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($50,840), by median annual wage.

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