Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Boston, MA
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$46.40/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Boston, MA is $46.40 per hour. This is 31% lower than the Massachusetts average of $60.65.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Boston, MA compared to State and National Averages
$46.40/hour
Boston, MA
3% lower than the US average.
$60.65/hour
Massachusetts
21% higher than the US average.
$48.00/hour
United States
How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in Boston Compare to Other Cities
How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in Boston Compare to Other Cities
Baltimore, Maryland
$38/hour
This is 23% lower than the Boston average of $46.40.
Washington, District of Columbia
$40/hour
This is 16% lower than the Boston average of $46.40.
Hickory, North Carolina
$41/hour
This is 14% lower than the Boston average of $46.40.
What cities in Massachusetts pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Framingham, Massachusetts | $67 | $76 |
| Belmont, Massachusetts | $46 | $71 |
| Stoughton, Massachusetts | $46 | $71 |
Last updated on August 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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