Psychiatric Aides Salary in Virginia
Psychiatric Aides in Virginia earn a median of $37,280 a year, −17% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $37,280
- vs. U.S. median
- −17% ($44,910)
- Rank among states
- 33 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,380; the top 10% earn over $45,850. Nationally the range is $32,090 to $60,440.
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- Midwives$63,410 median in Virginia (broader BLS group)
Psychiatric Aides pay in Virginia
How much do psychiatric aides make in Virginia?
The median is $37,280 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,380 and the top 10% earn over $45,850. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for psychiatric aides?
On pay alone it ranks 33 of 39 (−17% vs. the national median of $44,910). Living costs are not included.