How much does a psychiatric aide make in Syracuse?
$49,820a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $23.95 an hour or $4,152 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.95
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,980Median: $49,820Highest 10%: $50,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,980 | $18.74 | |
| 25th | $49,820 | $23.95 | |
| Median | $49,820 | $23.95 | |
| 75th | $49,820 | $23.95 | |
| 90th | $50,710 | $24.38 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $75,670 |
| Utica, NY | $58,600 |
| Buffalo, NY | $50,140 |
| New York, NY | $49,840 |
| Binghamton, NY | $49,340 |
Related jobs in Syracuse
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $61,010 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $60,320 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $50,790 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,830 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,370 |
| Phlebotomist | $45,110 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $44,410 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,250 |
| Massage Therapist | $43,480 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $23.95 ($49,820 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Syracuse than the national average?
Yes: $49,820 against $44,910 nationally, 11% more.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $50,220, so Syracuse pays 1% less.
Where does Syracuse rank for psychiatric aide pay?
15 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,980 or less a year; the top 10% make $50,710 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.