How much does a psychiatric aide make in Portland?
$45,660a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $21.95 an hour or $3,805 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.95
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 34 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,650Median: $45,660Highest 10%: $57,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,650 | $20.02 | |
| 25th | $43,380 | $20.86 | |
| Median | $45,660 | $21.95 | |
| 75th | $50,980 | $24.51 | |
| 90th | $57,280 | $27.54 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| Salem, OR | $50,580 |
| Eugene, OR | $49,560 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $84,730 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,640 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $74,690 |
| Dental Assistant | $59,890 |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 |
| Phlebotomist | $51,680 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $51,000 |
| Nursing Assistant | $50,350 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $48,670 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $47,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $21.95 ($45,660 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $45,660 against $44,910 nationally, 2% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $48,300, so Portland pays 5% less.
Where does Portland rank for psychiatric aide pay?
34 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,650 or less a year; the top 10% make $57,280 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.