Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Arkansas
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$40.24/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Arkansas is $40.24 per hour. This is 22% lower than the US average of $49.28.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Arkansas compared to National Averages
$40.24/hour
Arkansas
22% lower than the US average.
$49.28/hour
United States
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Arkansas compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Missouri ($48) and Tennessee ($41). Kansas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Kansas pays 42% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $57 | $59 |
| Missouri | $48 | $55 |
| Tennessee | $41 | $43 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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