How much does a psychiatric aide make in Pittsburgh?
$44,920a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area. That is $21.60 an hour or $3,743 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.60
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 37 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,930Median: $44,920Highest 10%: $77,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,930 | $18.24 | |
| 25th | $39,460 | $18.97 | |
| Median | $44,920 | $21.60 | |
| 75th | $48,720 | $23.42 | |
| 90th | $77,780 | $37.39 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| Philadelphia, PA | $48,560 |
| Reading, PA | $44,720 |
Related jobs in Pittsburgh
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $61,900 |
| Massage Therapist | $59,290 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $56,020 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,690 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $47,530 |
| Nursing Assistant | $43,080 |
| Medical Assistant | $42,840 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $41,670 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $41,660 |
| Phlebotomist | $40,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Pittsburgh?
The median hourly pay in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area is $21.60 ($44,920 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Pittsburgh than the national average?
Yes: $44,920 against $44,910 nationally, 0% more.
How does Pittsburgh compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $44,790, so Pittsburgh pays 0% more.
Where does Pittsburgh rank for psychiatric aide pay?
37 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Pittsburgh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,930 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,780 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.