Psychiatric Technician salary in Colorado
What psychiatric technicians earn in Colorado and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$47,430$22.81 per hour
vs U.S.+5%U.S. median $45,130
Middle half earn$43,130 – $51,590Top 10%: $59,810+
Jobs1,7400.60× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatric Technician pay in Colorado cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $50,100 | $24.09 | 1,040 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $42,280 | $20.33 | 190 |
| Pueblo, CO | $49,740 | $23.92 | 150 |
Hospitals and jobs in Colorado
Psychiatric Technician pay in similar states
Rhode Island · $48,520 Virginia · $48,320 Vermont · $47,560 Nevada · $46,450 Georgia · $46,250 Illinois · $46,200
Other healthcare salaries in Colorado
Registered Nurses · $100,260 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $38,540 Nursing Assistants · $47,380 Medical Assistants · $48,400 Dental Assistants · $48,340 Pharmacy Technicians · $49,970 Physical Therapists · $102,030 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $70,050 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $73,880 Pharmacists · $156,030 Speech-Language Pathologists · $110,750 Dental Hygienists · $109,580
Questions
How much does a psychiatric technician make in Colorado?
Psychiatric Technicians in Colorado earned a median of $47,430 a year ($22.81 an hour) in May 2025, 5% more than the national median of $45,130. The middle half earned $43,130 to $51,590.
Where in Colorado do psychiatric technicians earn the most?
Among areas in Colorado, pay was highest in Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO at $50,100.
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.