How much does a psychiatric aide make in Seattle?
$52,570a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $25.27 an hour or $4,381 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.27
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,570Median: $52,570Highest 10%: $62,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,570 | $25.27 | |
| 25th | $52,570 | $25.27 | |
| Median | $52,570 | $25.27 | |
| 75th | $59,370 | $28.54 | |
| 90th | $62,310 | $29.96 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| Portland, OR | $45,660 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $94,220 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $77,590 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,450 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $64,540 |
| Dental Assistant | $62,040 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $61,870 |
| Medical Assistant | $61,500 |
| Nursing Assistant | $51,990 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,900 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $48,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $25.27 ($52,570 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $52,570 against $44,910 nationally, 17% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $52,570, so Seattle pays 0% more.
Where does Seattle rank for psychiatric aide pay?
8 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,570 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,310 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.