Psychology Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Psychology Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Psychology Technician in the United States is $43,145 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Psychology Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,009
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,283 to $47,785
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,766
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Psychology Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $47,785 $3,982 $919 $23
Average $43,145 $3,595 $830 $21
25th Percentile $39,283 $3,274 $755 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Psychology Technician Salaries

A Psychology Technician'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 Psychology Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Psychology Technician'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): $42,804
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $92,748
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,432
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,587
  • Expert (over 8 years): $176,477
Levels Salary
Psycholog... Level Psychology Technician$42,804
Behaviora... Level Psychology Technician$92,748
Behaviora... Level Psychology Technician$107,432
Behaviora... Level Psychology Technician$142,587
VP of Beh... Level Psychology Technician$176,477
$42,804 0 yr
$92,748 < 2 yrs
$107,432 2-4 yrs
$142,587 5-8 yrs
$176,477 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Psychology Technicians

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: $54,419
  • San Francisco: $53,823
  • Oakland: $52,688

What Skills Can Increase a Psychology Technician'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 Psychology Technician'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
$53,068
23%
Child Development
$46,165
7%
Applied Behavior Analysis
$44,871
4%
Social Work
$44,871
4%
Products and Services
$44,439
3%
Organizational Skills
$44,008
2%
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Psychology Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Psychology Technician 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, Psychology Technician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Psychology Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Psychology Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance$51,774$25.020%

How Education impacts a Psychology Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Psychology Technicians 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 Psychology Technician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $38,567 and $40,902).

Psychology Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Psychology Technician
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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Psychology Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Psychology Technician'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 Psychology Technician

Salaries for a Psychology Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $39,132 in 2023 to around $38,468 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Psychology Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Psychology Technician Over Time

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$39,132
2024
$38,762
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$38,468
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2024 $38,762
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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    USPS | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Psychology Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Psychology Technician?

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

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