How much does a psychiatric aide make in Indianapolis?
$45,080a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area. That is $21.67 an hour or $3,757 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.67
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 36 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,820Median: $45,080Highest 10%: $72,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,820 | $17.22 | |
| 25th | $39,210 | $18.85 | |
| Median | $45,080 | $21.67 | |
| 75th | $58,710 | $28.23 | |
| 90th | $72,800 | $35.00 |
Other cities in Indiana
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| Chicago, IL | $48,670 |
| Evansville, IN | $46,080 |
| Bloomington, IN | $39,100 |
| Louisville, KY | $38,800 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $36,910 |
Related jobs in Indianapolis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $69,050 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,290 |
| Massage Therapist | $56,850 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $51,350 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,970 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,900 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $46,790 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,280 |
| Phlebotomist | $41,550 |
| Orderly | $40,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Indianapolis?
The median hourly pay in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area is $21.67 ($45,080 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Indianapolis than the national average?
Yes: $45,080 against $44,910 nationally, 0% more.
How does Indianapolis compare with the rest of Indiana?
The median in Indiana is $44,860, so Indianapolis pays 0% more.
Where does Indianapolis rank for psychiatric aide pay?
36 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Indianapolis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,820 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,800 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.