How much does a psychiatric aide make in Baton Rouge?
$37,130a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Baton Rouge, LA metro area. That is $17.85 an hour or $3,094 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.85
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among cities
- 59 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,460Median: $37,130Highest 10%: $44,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,460 | $14.16 | |
| 25th | $29,460 | $14.16 | |
| Median | $37,130 | $17.85 | |
| 75th | $44,560 | $21.42 | |
| 90th | $44,560 | $21.42 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Baton Rouge
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $66,510 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,030 |
| Dental Assistant | $44,800 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $39,630 |
| Medical Assistant | $36,900 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $36,660 |
| Phlebotomist | $36,120 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $33,840 |
| Nursing Assistant | $31,220 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $30,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Baton Rouge?
The median hourly pay in the Baton Rouge, LA metro area is $17.85 ($37,130 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Baton Rouge than the national average?
No: $37,130 against $44,910 nationally, 17% less.
How does Baton Rouge compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $30,030, so Baton Rouge pays 24% more.
Where does Baton Rouge rank for psychiatric aide pay?
59 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Baton Rouge?
The lowest-paid 10% make $29,460 or less a year; the top 10% make $44,560 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.