How much does a psychiatric aide make in Trenton?
$60,110a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Trenton-Princeton, NJ metro area. That is $28.90 an hour or $5,009 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.90
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,390Median: $60,110Highest 10%: $74,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,390 | $21.82 | |
| 25th | $47,110 | $22.65 | |
| Median | $60,110 | $28.90 | |
| 75th | $60,110 | $28.90 | |
| 90th | $74,420 | $35.78 |
Other cities in New Jersey
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| New York, NY | $49,840 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $48,560 |
Related jobs in Trenton
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $75,410 |
| Dental Assistant | $57,400 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $53,540 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $46,810 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,170 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,020 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,980 |
| Medical Assistant | $45,950 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $44,140 |
| Orderly | $42,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Trenton?
The median hourly pay in the Trenton-Princeton, NJ metro area is $28.90 ($60,110 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Trenton than the national average?
Yes: $60,110 against $44,910 nationally, 34% more.
How does Trenton compare with the rest of New Jersey?
The median in New Jersey is $45,780, so Trenton pays 31% more.
Where does Trenton rank for psychiatric aide pay?
2 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Trenton?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,390 or less a year; the top 10% make $74,420 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.