Psychiatric Aides Salary in Texas
Psychiatric Aides in Texas earn a median of $42,560 a year, −5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $42,560
- vs. U.S. median
- −5% ($44,910)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 1,760
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,430; the top 10% earn over $55,120. Nationally the range is $32,090 to $60,440.
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- Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$62,240 median in Texas
- Registered Nurses$95,970 median in Texas
Psychiatric Aides pay in Texas
How much do psychiatric aides make in Texas?
The median is $42,560 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,430 and the top 10% earn over $55,120. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for psychiatric aides?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 39 (−5% vs. the national median of $44,910). Living costs are not included.