Psychiatric Aide salary in Kentucky
What psychiatric aides earn in Kentucky and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$38,610$18.56 per hour
vs U.S.−14%U.S. median $44,910
Middle half earn$36,320 – $43,700Top 10%: $48,310+
Jobs2500.55× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatric Aide pay in Kentucky cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $36,910 | $17.75 | 200 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $38,800 | $18.66 | 170 |
| Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH | $38,710 | $18.61 | 80 |
Hospitals and jobs in Kentucky
Psychiatric Aide pay in similar states
Iowa · $39,260 Ohio · $38,480 North Carolina · $38,400 Kansas · $38,390 Florida · $37,930 West Virginia · $37,910
Other healthcare salaries in Kentucky
Registered Nurses · $81,040 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,440 Nursing Assistants · $38,370 Medical Assistants · $39,270 Pharmacy Technicians · $39,200 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $60,460 Pharmacists · $136,530 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,880 Nurse Practitioners · $122,870 Dental Assistants · $47,730 Medical Records Specialists · $48,410 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $69,670
Questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make in Kentucky?
Psychiatric Aides in Kentucky earned a median of $38,610 a year ($18.56 an hour) in May 2025, 14% less than the national median of $44,910. The middle half earned $36,320 to $43,700.
Where in Kentucky do psychiatric aides earn the most?
Among areas in Kentucky, pay was highest in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN at $38,800.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.