How much does a psychiatric aide make in Boston?
$48,100a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area. That is $23.13 an hour or $4,008 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.13
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,030Median: $48,100Highest 10%: $80,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,030 | $17.80 | |
| 25th | $39,400 | $18.94 | |
| Median | $48,100 | $23.13 | |
| 75th | $80,120 | $38.52 | |
| 90th | $80,130 | $38.52 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| Providence, RI | $46,010 |
Related jobs in Boston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $80,430 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $75,300 |
| Massage Therapist | $75,160 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $60,840 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $60,760 |
| Dental Assistant | $58,160 |
| Medical Assistant | $50,740 |
| Phlebotomist | $50,420 |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,590 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $45,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Boston?
The median hourly pay in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area is $23.13 ($48,100 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Boston than the national average?
Yes: $48,100 against $44,910 nationally, 7% more.
How does Boston compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $45,300, so Boston pays 6% more.
Where does Boston rank for psychiatric aide pay?
23 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Boston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,030 or less a year; the top 10% make $80,130 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.