How much does a psychiatric technician make in Virginia?
$48,320a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric technicians in Virginia. That is $23.23 an hour or $4,027 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.23
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 3,950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,580Median: $48,320Highest 10%: $58,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,580 | $18.55 | |
| 25th | $40,790 | $19.61 | |
| Median | $48,320 | $23.23 | |
| 75th | $51,580 | $24.80 | |
| 90th | $58,530 | $28.14 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $50,840 |
| Richmond, VA | $48,320 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $47,420 |
| Roanoke, VA | $45,020 |
| Kingsport, TN | $37,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatric technicians.
| 10. Alaska | $51,650 |
| 11. California | $49,140 |
| 12. Rhode Island | $48,520 |
| 13. Virginia | $48,320 |
| 14. Vermont | $47,560 |
| 15. Colorado | $47,430 |
| 16. Nevada | $46,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric technician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $23.23 ($48,320 a year).
Do psychiatric technicians make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $48,320 against $45,130 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Virginia rank for psychiatric technician pay?
Virginia ranks 13 of 49 states.
Which city in Virginia pays psychiatric technicians the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $50,840 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.