How much does a psychiatric aide make in Washington?
$43,770a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $21.04 an hour or $3,648 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.04
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,530Median: $43,770Highest 10%: $62,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,530 | $18.04 | |
| 25th | $38,860 | $18.68 | |
| Median | $43,770 | $21.04 | |
| 75th | $49,430 | $23.76 | |
| 90th | $62,030 | $29.82 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $88,250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $78,790 |
| Massage Therapist | $65,220 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $55,770 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $50,600 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,030 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $45,840 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $21.04 ($43,770 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $43,770 against $44,910 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Washington rank for psychiatric aide pay?
42 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,030 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.