How much does a psychiatric aide make in New York?
$50,220a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in New York. That is $24.14 an hour or $4,185 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.14
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 5,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,500Median: $50,220Highest 10%: $66,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,500 | $22.84 | |
| 25th | $48,610 | $23.37 | |
| Median | $50,220 | $24.14 | |
| 75th | $59,460 | $28.59 | |
| 90th | $66,620 | $32.03 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $75,670 |
| Utica, NY | $58,600 |
| Buffalo, NY | $50,140 |
| New York, NY | $49,840 |
| Syracuse, NY | $49,820 |
| Binghamton, NY | $49,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatric aides.
| 4. Maryland | $51,440 |
| 5. Nevada | $51,400 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $51,100 |
| 7. New York | $50,220 |
| 8. Alaska | $49,300 |
| 9. Illinois | $48,670 |
| 10. Oregon | $48,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $24.14 ($50,220 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $50,220 against $44,910 nationally, 12% more.
Where does New York rank for psychiatric aide pay?
New York ranks 7 of 39 states.
Which city in New York pays psychiatric aides the most?
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY, with a median of $75,670 a year.
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.