How much does a psychiatric aide make in Anchorage?
$48,730a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Anchorage, AK metro area. That is $23.43 an hour or $4,061 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.43
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,550Median: $48,730Highest 10%: $58,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,550 | $20.46 | |
| 25th | $46,320 | $22.27 | |
| Median | $48,730 | $23.43 | |
| 75th | $52,520 | $25.25 | |
| 90th | $58,120 | $27.94 |
Other cities in Alaska
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Anchorage
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $77,570 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $62,550 |
| Dental Assistant | $57,710 |
| Medical Assistant | $51,930 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $49,260 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $49,050 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,370 |
| Phlebotomist | $45,200 |
| Orderly | $39,410 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $39,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Anchorage?
The median hourly pay in the Anchorage, AK metro area is $23.43 ($48,730 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Anchorage than the national average?
Yes: $48,730 against $44,910 nationally, 9% more.
How does Anchorage compare with the rest of Alaska?
The median in Alaska is $49,300, so Anchorage pays 1% less.
Where does Anchorage rank for psychiatric aide pay?
20 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Anchorage?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,550 or less a year; the top 10% make $58,120 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.