How much does a psychiatric aide make in Charlotte?
$41,780a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $20.09 an hour or $3,482 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.09
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among cities
- 44 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,640Median: $41,780Highest 10%: $46,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,640 | $16.65 | |
| 25th | $38,480 | $18.50 | |
| Median | $41,780 | $20.09 | |
| 75th | $43,280 | $20.81 | |
| 90th | $46,840 | $22.52 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $37,280 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $72,780 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $70,720 |
| Massage Therapist | $58,930 |
| Dental Assistant | $50,060 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $47,830 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,520 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,420 |
| Phlebotomist | $44,980 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $44,770 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $20.09 ($41,780 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Charlotte than the national average?
No: $41,780 against $44,910 nationally, 7% less.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $38,400, so Charlotte pays 9% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for psychiatric aide pay?
44 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,640 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,840 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.