Psychiatric Technicians Salary in New Mexico
Psychiatric Technicians in New Mexico earn a median of $39,020 a year, −14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $39,020
- vs. U.S. median
- −14% ($45,130)
- Rank among states
- 43 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 660
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,390; the top 10% earn over $49,760. Nationally the range is $35,090 to $60,750.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Psychiatric Technicians pay in New Mexico
How much do psychiatric technicians make in New Mexico?
The median is $39,020 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,390 and the top 10% earn over $49,760. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for psychiatric technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 43 of 49 (−14% vs. the national median of $45,130). Living costs are not included.