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Psychiatric Technicians Salary Guide for Iowa

psychiatric technicians working in Iowa earn an average of $32,720.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
410
Annual Mean Salary
$32,720.00
Hourly Rate
$15.73
Estimated Monthly*
$2,516.80
*Based on 40-hour work week

Iowa vs National Salary Trends

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

Iowa shows a downward salary trend for psychiatric technicians, falling below the national average. This suggests challenges in the local job market for professionals in the field.

Local Market Analysis

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

Sioux City

Annual Mean Salary
$34,160.00
Hourly Rate
$16.42
Employment
80 professionals
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Des Moines-West Des Moines

Annual Mean Salary
$33,610.00
Hourly Rate
$16.16
Employment
60 professionals
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Cedar Rapids

Annual Mean Salary
$31,070.00
Hourly Rate
$14.94
Employment
50 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.