Psychiatric Aide salary in Washington
What psychiatric aides earn in Washington and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$52,570$25.27 per hour
vs U.S.+17%U.S. median $44,910
Middle half earn$52,570 – $59,370Top 10%: $62,310+
Jobs3300.40× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatric Aide pay in Washington cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $52,570 | $25.27 | 320 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $45,660 | $21.95 | 270 |
Hospitals and jobs in Washington
Psychiatric Aide pay in similar states
Minnesota · $55,040 Hawaii · $52,310 Maryland · $51,440 Nevada · $51,400 Rhode Island · $51,100 New York · $50,220
Other healthcare salaries in Washington
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $47,730 Registered Nurses · $124,200 Nursing Assistants · $49,180 Medical Assistants · $59,290 Dental Assistants · $58,090 Pharmacy Technicians · $58,900 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $72,760 Pharmacists · $160,610 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $83,150 Nurse Practitioners · $156,100 Dental Hygienists · $131,160 Physicians, All Other · $307,170
Questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make in Washington?
Psychiatric Aides in Washington earned a median of $52,570 a year ($25.27 an hour) in May 2025, 17% more than the national median of $44,910. The middle half earned $52,570 to $59,370.
Where in Washington do psychiatric aides earn the most?
Among areas in Washington, pay was highest in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA at $52,570.
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.