Psychiatric Aide salary in Montana
What psychiatric aides earn in Montana and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$46,340$22.28 per hour
vs U.S.+3%U.S. median $44,910
Middle half earn$46,340 – $47,530Top 10%: $58,280+
Jobs3302.80× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatric Aide pay in Montana cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area | $46,340 | $22.28 | 250 |
| Helena, MT | $47,930 | $23.04 | 30 |
Hospitals and jobs in Montana
Psychiatric Aide pay in similar states
California · $47,500 Maine · $46,720 Colorado · $46,130 Michigan · $45,800 New Jersey · $45,780 Massachusetts · $45,300
Other healthcare salaries in Montana
Registered Nurses · $85,280 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,630 Nursing Assistants · $40,900 Medical Assistants · $46,820 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $62,210 Dental Assistants · $46,680 Pharmacy Technicians · $49,400 Nurse Practitioners · $137,210 Pharmacists · $142,080 Physical Therapists · $91,450 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $65,190 Dental Hygienists · $98,440
Questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make in Montana?
Psychiatric Aides in Montana earned a median of $46,340 a year ($22.28 an hour) in May 2025, 3% more than the national median of $44,910. The middle half earned $46,340 to $47,530.
Where in Montana do psychiatric aides earn the most?
Among areas in Montana, pay was highest in Helena, MT at $47,930.
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.