Psychiatric Technicians Salary in New York
Psychiatric Technicians in New York earn a median of $58,080 a year, +29% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $58,080
- vs. U.S. median
- +29% ($45,130)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 2,040
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,650; the top 10% earn over $85,920. Nationally the range is $35,090 to $60,750.
States ranked near New York
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Psychiatric Technicians pay in New York
How much do psychiatric technicians make in New York?
The median is $58,080 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,650 and the top 10% earn over $85,920. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for psychiatric technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 49 (+29% vs. the national median of $45,130). Living costs are not included.