Psychiatric Technicians Salary in Washington
Psychiatric Technicians in Washington earn a median of $52,470 a year, +16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $52,470
- vs. U.S. median
- +16% ($45,130)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,920
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,030; the top 10% earn over $76,730. Nationally the range is $35,090 to $60,750.
States ranked near Washington
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Psychiatric Technicians pay in Washington
How much do psychiatric technicians make in Washington?
The median is $52,470 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,030 and the top 10% earn over $76,730. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for psychiatric technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 49 (+16% vs. the national median of $45,130). Living costs are not included.