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Psychiatric Technicians Salary Guide for Illinois

psychiatric technicians working in Illinois earn an average of $43,900.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
6,680
Annual Mean Salary
$43,900.00
Hourly Rate
$21.10
Estimated Monthly*
$3,376.00
*Based on 40-hour work week

Illinois vs National Salary Trends

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

Illinois 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.

Local Market Analysis

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

Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$46,870.00
Hourly Rate
$22.53
Employment
190 professionals
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Springfield

Annual Mean Salary
$44,650.00
Hourly Rate
$21.47
Employment
170 professionals
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Chicago-Naperville-Elgin

Annual Mean Salary
$44,310.00
Hourly Rate
$21.30
Employment
4,410 professionals
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Kankakee

Annual Mean Salary
$43,360.00
Hourly Rate
$20.85
Employment
830 professionals
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West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$42,550.00
Hourly Rate
$20.46
Employment
170 professionals
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Peoria

Annual Mean Salary
$42,160.00
Hourly Rate
$20.27
Employment
110 professionals
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South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$41,760.00
Hourly Rate
$20.08
Employment
370 professionals
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East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$33,900.00
Hourly Rate
$16.30
Employment
40 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.