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Psychiatric Technicians Salary in North Carolina
Ranked #34 of 49 · NC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of psychiatric technicianss in North Carolina earn between $33,900 and $50,530. 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 North Carolina is $42,270, about 9.3% below the U.S. average ($46,610). That works out to roughly $20/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC | $47,340 | $44,430 | 130 |
| Greensboro-High Point, NC | $44,610 | $46,570 | 190 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | $44,110 | $43,360 | 1,590 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $44,100 | $42,620 | 430 |
| Raleigh-Cary, NC | $44,000 | $44,720 | 950 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $41,060 | $41,400 | 90 |
| Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $40,600 | $44,150 | 120 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $40,290 | $42,170 | 390 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do psychiatric technicians make in North Carolina?
The median psychiatric technicians salary in North Carolina is $40,630 per year (mean $42,270), and about 80% earn between $33,900 and $50,530.
How much do psychiatric technicians make per hour in North Carolina?
Roughly $20 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $42,270 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is North Carolina a high-paying state for psychiatric technicians?
North Carolina ranks #34 of 49 states for psychiatric technicians pay. Its mean salary of $42,270 is about 9.3% below the U.S. average of $46,610.
Which metro areas in North Carolina pay psychiatric technicians the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in North Carolina for psychiatric technicians are Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC ($47,340), Greensboro-High Point, NC ($44,610), Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC ($44,110), by median annual wage.