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California Leads Psychiatric Technicians Salaries Nationwide

California offers the most competitive compensation for psychiatric technicians, with professionals earning an average of $40,760.00 annually.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
100,950
Annual Mean Salary
$40,760.00
Hourly Rate
$19.60
Estimated Monthly*
$3,136.00
*Based on 40-hour work week

State vs National Salary Comparison

See how California's psychiatric technicians salaries compare to the national average. The chart highlights why California stands out, showing both local and national trends in wages and employment numbers.

California demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for psychiatric technicians, surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals in the field within the state.

Top Paying Areas in California

Not all locations in California offer the same opportunities. Below you'll find a breakdown of psychiatric technicians salaries by metropolitan and non-metropolitan areas, helping you identify the most lucrative locations within the state.

Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$74,600.00
Hourly Rate
$35.86
Employment
70 professionals
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Napa

Annual Mean Salary
$74,290.00
Hourly Rate
$35.72
Employment
610 professionals
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Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura

Annual Mean Salary
$74,290.00
Hourly Rate
$35.72
Employment
460 professionals
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Stockton-Lodi

Annual Mean Salary
$71,490.00
Hourly Rate
$34.37
Employment
480 professionals
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Fresno

Annual Mean Salary
$63,890.00
Hourly Rate
$30.71
Employment
570 professionals
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Santa Rosa

Annual Mean Salary
$63,420.00
Hourly Rate
$30.49
Employment
130 professionals
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Visalia-Porterville

Annual Mean Salary
$63,320.00
Hourly Rate
$30.44
Employment
320 professionals
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North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$62,670.00
Hourly Rate
$30.13
Employment
60 professionals
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San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward

Annual Mean Salary
$62,400.00
Hourly Rate
$30.00
Employment
700 professionals
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Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario

Annual Mean Salary
$60,820.00
Hourly Rate
$29.24
Employment
1,330 professionals
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San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara

Annual Mean Salary
$60,610.00
Hourly Rate
$29.14
Employment
210 professionals
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North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$58,260.00
Hourly Rate
$28.01
Employment
50 professionals
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San Diego-Carlsbad

Annual Mean Salary
$56,260.00
Hourly Rate
$27.05
Employment
400 professionals
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Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade

Annual Mean Salary
$55,260.00
Hourly Rate
$26.57
Employment
530 professionals
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Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim

Annual Mean Salary
$54,070.00
Hourly Rate
$25.99
Employment
3,230 professionals
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Yuba City

Annual Mean Salary
$49,540.00
Hourly Rate
$23.82
Employment
90 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.