How much does a psychiatric aide make in Jackson?
$31,560a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $15.17 an hour or $2,630 a month.
- Hourly
- $15.17
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among cities
- 67 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 1,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,730Median: $31,560Highest 10%: $39,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,730 | $12.85 | |
| 25th | $29,350 | $14.11 | |
| Median | $31,560 | $15.17 | |
| 75th | $34,380 | $16.53 | |
| 90th | $39,450 | $18.97 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| Memphis, TN | $38,080 |
| Gulfport, MS | $31,640 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $31,380 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,540 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,100 |
| Dental Assistant | $46,910 |
| Massage Therapist | $45,090 |
| Phlebotomist | $38,280 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $37,800 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $37,190 |
| Medical Assistant | $36,020 |
| Nursing Assistant | $32,040 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $28,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $15.17 ($31,560 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Jackson than the national average?
No: $31,560 against $44,910 nationally, 30% less.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $30,510, so Jackson pays 3% more.
Where does Jackson rank for psychiatric aide pay?
67 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $26,730 or less a year; the top 10% make $39,450 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.