Mental Health Tech Salary in the United States

How much does a Mental Health Tech make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mental Health Tech in the United States is $40,390 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a Mental Health Tech's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,135
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,387 to $44,444
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,743
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Mental Health Tech Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $44,444 $3,704 $855 $21
Average $40,390 $3,366 $777 $19
25th Percentile $36,387 $3,032 $700 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Mental Health Tech Salaries

A Mental Health Tech's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Mental Health Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mental Health Tech's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $41,223
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $89,324
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,466
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,323
  • Expert (over 8 years): $169,962
Levels Salary
Mental He... Level Mental Health Tech$41,223
Behaviora... Level Mental Health Tech$89,324
Behaviora... Level Mental Health Tech$103,466
Behaviora... Level Mental Health Tech$137,323
VP of Beh... Level Mental Health Tech$169,962
$41,223 0 yr
$89,324 < 2 yrs
$103,466 2-4 yrs
$137,323 5-8 yrs
$169,962 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Mental Health Teches

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $50,943
  • San Francisco: $50,386
  • Oakland: $49,324

What Skills Can Increase a Mental Health Tech's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 16.68% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Social Work (Mentioned in 3.01% Job Postings): Social work is an academic discipline and profession that concerns itself with individuals, families, groups and communities in an effort to enhance social functioning and overall well-being. Social functioning is the way in which people perform their social roles, and the structural institutions that are provided[by whom?] to sustain them. Social work applies social sciences, such as sociology, psychology, political science, public health, community development, law, and economics, to engage with client systems, conduct assessments, and develop interventions to solve social and personal problems; and to bring about social change. Social work practice is often divided[by whom?] into micro-work, which involves working directly with individuals or small groups; and macro-work, which involves working with communities, and - within social policy - fostering change on a larger scale.
  • First Aid (Mentioned in 2.61% Job Postings): First aid refers to medical attention that is usually administered immediately after the injury occurs and at the location where it occurred.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 16.68%
Social Work 3.01%
First Aid 2.61%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Mental Health Tech's salary.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • Child Development: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Applied Behavior Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Commitment
$49,679
23%
Child Development
$43,217
7%
Applied Behavior Analysis
$42,005
4%
Social Work
$42,005
4%
Products and Services
$41,601
3%
Organizational Skills
$41,197
2%
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Mental Health Tech Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mental Health Tech roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Mental Health Tech positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Mental Health Tech as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Mental Health Tech

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance$48,468$23.020%

How Education impacts a Mental Health Tech's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Mental Health Teches enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Mental Health Tech with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $38,567 and $40,902).

Mental Health Tech Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Mental Health Tech
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 17.7%
Associates 12.6%
Bachelors 53.0%
Masters 16.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Mental Health Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mental Health Tech's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Mental Health Tech

Salaries for a Mental Health Tech can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $37,688 in 2023 to around $37,048 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Mental Health Tech salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Mental Health Tech Over Time

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$37,688
2024
$37,331
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$37,048
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2024 $37,331
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  • George Junior Republic

    Columbus, OH

    George Junior Republic | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Established in 1909, George Junior Republic and its affiliates provide opportunities for success and wellness to the indi... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Change Point Psychology

    Columbus, OH

    Change Point Psychology | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Please include a cover letter with your application. . Overview. Change Point Psychology (CPP) is a growing group practic... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Recreate Behavioral Health

    Columbus, OH

    Recreate Behavioral Health | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Recreate Behavioral Health of Ohio is seeking a Mental Health Group Facilitator to join our team of dedicated healthcare ... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Nationwide Childrens Hospital

    Columbus, OH

    Nationwide Childrens Hospital | Columbus, OH

    Behavioral Health Nursing Position. Day Shift: (7:00am-3:30pm). 32 Hours per week available (0.8 FTE). Every other weekend required. Benefits eligible. Exp... more

    2 Days Ago

  • Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions

    Columbus, OH

    Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions (LBHS) offers a full continuum of care, including outpatient, intensive outpatient... more

    3 Days Ago

  • Psychosocial Therapies

    Columbus, OH

    Psychosocial Therapies | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Description. Seeking full-time or part-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in the Columbus, Ohio and t... more

    5 Days Ago

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FAQ about Mental Health Tech

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Mental Health Tech?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Mental Health Tech roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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