Psychiatric Aide salary in Virginia
What psychiatric aides earn in Virginia and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$37,280$17.92 per hour
vs U.S.−17%U.S. median $44,910
Middle half earn$36,060 – $37,280Top 10%: $45,850+
Jobs–In Virginia
Psychiatric Aide pay in Virginia cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $43,770 | $21.04 | 80 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $37,280 | $17.92 | – |
Hospitals and jobs in Virginia
Psychiatric Aide pay in similar states
Kansas · $38,390 Florida · $37,930 West Virginia · $37,910 Georgia · $36,790 South Carolina · $36,320 Arkansas · $36,270
Other healthcare salaries in Virginia
Registered Nurses · $93,600 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $30,300 Nursing Assistants · $43,200 Medical Assistants · $44,740 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $64,920 Dental Assistants · $46,670 Pharmacy Technicians · $44,610 Physicians, All Other · $278,530 Pharmacists · $144,060 Physical Therapists · $101,450 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $61,050 Nurse Practitioners · $127,810
Questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make in Virginia?
Psychiatric Aides in Virginia earned a median of $37,280 a year ($17.92 an hour) in May 2025, 17% less than the national median of $44,910. The middle half earned $36,060 to $37,280.
Where in Virginia do psychiatric aides earn the most?
Among areas in Virginia, pay was highest in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $43,770.
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.