How much does a psychiatric technician make in Missouri?
$45,840a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric technicians in Missouri. That is $22.04 an hour or $3,820 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.04
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 4,450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,870Median: $45,840Highest 10%: $55,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,870 | $16.76 | |
| 25th | $37,840 | $18.19 | |
| Median | $45,840 | $22.04 | |
| 75th | $47,180 | $22.68 | |
| 90th | $55,530 | $26.70 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $47,970 |
| Springfield, MO | $45,840 |
| Kansas City, MO | $43,780 |
| Columbia, MO | $43,170 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $36,350 |
| Joplin, MO | $35,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatric technicians.
| 16. Nevada | $46,450 |
| 17. Georgia | $46,250 |
| 18. Illinois | $46,200 |
| 19. Missouri | $45,840 |
| 20. Arizona | $45,640 |
| 21. Maryland | $45,520 |
| 22. Maine | $45,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric technician make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $22.04 ($45,840 a year).
Do psychiatric technicians make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $45,840 against $45,130 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Missouri rank for psychiatric technician pay?
Missouri ranks 19 of 49 states.
Which city in Missouri pays psychiatric technicians the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $47,970 a year.
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.