Psychiatric Technicians Salary in District of Columbia
Psychiatric Technicians in District of Columbia earn a median of $67,430 a year, +49% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $67,430
- vs. U.S. median
- +49% ($45,130)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,440; the top 10% earn over $78,460. Nationally the range is $35,090 to $60,750.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
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- Occupational Therapy Assistants$66,390 median in District of Columbia
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- Midwives$113,640 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary$107,770 median in District of Columbia
- Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$73,310 median in District of Columbia
Psychiatric Technicians pay in District of Columbia
How much do psychiatric technicians make in District of Columbia?
The median is $67,430 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,440 and the top 10% earn over $78,460. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for psychiatric technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 49 (+49% vs. the national median of $45,130). Living costs are not included.