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Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Illinois
Ranked #22 of 49 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of psychiatric technicianss in Illinois earn between $36,820 and $53,620. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean psychiatric technicians salary in Illinois is $46,090, about 1.1% below the U.S. average ($46,610). That works out to roughly $22/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $46,060 | $45,890 | 6,730 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $44,730 | $45,700 | 240 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $43,590 | $42,450 | 100 |
| Peoria, IL | $40,740 | $42,060 | 160 |
| Springfield, IL | $40,720 | $43,640 | 150 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $40,560 | $43,660 | 470 |
| Bloomington, IL | $40,480 | $39,540 | 60 |
| West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $37,120 | $39,300 | 310 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do psychiatric technicians make in Illinois?
The median psychiatric technicians salary in Illinois is $46,200 per year (mean $46,090), and about 80% earn between $36,820 and $53,620.
How much do psychiatric technicians make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $22 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $46,090 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for psychiatric technicians?
Illinois ranks #22 of 49 states for psychiatric technicians pay. Its mean salary of $46,090 is about 1.1% below the U.S. average of $46,610.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay psychiatric technicians the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for psychiatric technicians are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($46,060), Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area ($44,730), Champaign-Urbana, IL ($43,590), by median annual wage.