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Psychiatric Technicians Salary Guide for Alabama

psychiatric technicians working in Alabama earn an average of $31,000.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
1,890
Annual Mean Salary
$31,000.00
Hourly Rate
$14.91
Estimated Monthly*
$2,385.60
*Based on 40-hour work week

Alabama vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Alabama's psychiatric technicians salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Alabama offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While Alabama shows an upward salary trend for psychiatric technicians, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for psychiatric technicians can vary significantly within Alabama. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Auburn-Opelika

Annual Mean Salary
$37,810.00
Hourly Rate
$18.18
Employment
40 professionals
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Montgomery

Annual Mean Salary
$34,000.00
Hourly Rate
$16.35
Employment
120 professionals
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Decatur

Annual Mean Salary
$33,060.00
Hourly Rate
$15.89
Employment
160 professionals
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Huntsville

Annual Mean Salary
$32,280.00
Hourly Rate
$15.52
Employment
180 professionals
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Birmingham-Hoover

Annual Mean Salary
$31,510.00
Hourly Rate
$15.15
Employment
790 professionals
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Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$25,630.00
Hourly Rate
$12.32
Employment
120 professionals
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Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$24,420.00
Hourly Rate
$11.74
Employment
40 professionals
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Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$23,670.00
Hourly Rate
$11.38
Employment
40 professionals
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Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$20,780.00
Hourly Rate
$9.99
Employment
30 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.