Psychiatric Aides Salary in Illinois
Psychiatric Aides in Illinois earn a median of $48,670 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $48,670
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($44,910)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,960; the top 10% earn over $48,700. Nationally the range is $32,090 to $60,440.
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- Registered Nurses$95,990 median in Illinois
- Midwives$72,610 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
Psychiatric Aides pay in Illinois
How much do psychiatric aides make in Illinois?
The median is $48,670 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,960 and the top 10% earn over $48,700. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for psychiatric aides?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 39 (+8% vs. the national median of $44,910). Living costs are not included.