How much does a psychiatric aide make in Baltimore?
$51,440a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area. That is $24.73 an hour or $4,287 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.73
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,500Median: $51,440Highest 10%: $59,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,500 | $18.51 | |
| 25th | $41,510 | $19.96 | |
| Median | $51,440 | $24.73 | |
| 75th | $57,650 | $27.72 | |
| 90th | $59,700 | $28.70 |
Other cities in Maryland
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| Philadelphia, PA | $48,560 |
| Washington, DC | $43,770 |
Related jobs in Baltimore
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $82,620 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $79,250 |
| Massage Therapist | $63,820 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,510 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,410 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,790 |
| Phlebotomist | $44,450 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $44,230 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $44,110 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Baltimore?
The median hourly pay in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area is $24.73 ($51,440 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Baltimore than the national average?
Yes: $51,440 against $44,910 nationally, 15% more.
How does Baltimore compare with the rest of Maryland?
The median in Maryland is $51,440, so Baltimore pays 0% more.
Where does Baltimore rank for psychiatric aide pay?
11 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Baltimore?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,500 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,700 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.