How much does a psychiatric technician make in Salem?
$66,840a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric technicians in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $32.13 an hour or $5,570 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.13
- Vs. national median
- +48%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 227
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,700Median: $66,840Highest 10%: $74,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,700 | $25.82 | |
| 25th | $65,970 | $31.72 | |
| Median | $66,840 | $32.13 | |
| 75th | $73,530 | $35.35 | |
| 90th | $74,440 | $35.79 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for psychiatric technicians.
| Eugene, OR | $58,500 |
| Portland, OR | $46,290 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $374,000 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $295,200 |
| Pediatrician | $256,700 |
| Psychiatrist | $239,200 |
| Dentist | $212,300 |
| Pharmacist | $169,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $162,600 |
| Physician Assistant | $144,200 |
| Optometrist | $134,600 |
| Registered Nurse | $131,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric technician make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $32.13 ($66,840 a year).
Do psychiatric technicians make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $66,840 against $45,130 nationally, 48% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $59,820, so Salem pays 12% more.
Where does Salem rank for psychiatric technician pay?
6 of 227 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric technician make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $53,700 or less a year; the top 10% make $74,440 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.