How much does a psychiatric technician make in Springfield?
$45,840a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric technicians in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $22.04 an hour or $3,820 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.04
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 67 of 227
- Jobs in the area
- 1,230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,280Median: $45,840Highest 10%: $45,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,280 | $16.96 | |
| 25th | $44,440 | $21.37 | |
| Median | $45,840 | $22.04 | |
| 75th | $45,840 | $22.04 | |
| 90th | $45,840 | $22.04 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for psychiatric technicians.
| St. Louis, MO | $47,970 |
| Kansas City, MO | $43,780 |
| Columbia, MO | $43,170 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $36,350 |
| Joplin, MO | $35,120 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $869,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $354,800 |
| Physician | $300,000 |
| Dentist | $214,100 |
| Optometrist | $138,200 |
| Pharmacist | $135,000 |
| Physician Assistant | $129,300 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,600 |
| Veterinarian | $102,700 |
| Physical Therapist | $97,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric technician make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $22.04 ($45,840 a year).
Do psychiatric technicians make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $45,840 against $45,130 nationally, 2% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $45,840, so Springfield pays 0% more.
Where does Springfield rank for psychiatric technician pay?
67 of 227 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric technician make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $45,840 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.