Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Connecticut
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$52.81/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Connecticut is $52.81 per hour. This is equal to the US average
Last updated on October 25, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Connecticut compared to National Averages
$52.81/hour
Connecticut
This is equal to the US average
$52.75/hour
United States
What cities in Connecticut pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Danbury, Connecticut pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $61 per hour, followed by Milford, Connecticut ($57) and Norwalk, Connecticut ($57). For comparison, the Connecticut average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $53 per hour — Danbury, Connecticut pays 15% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Danbury, Connecticut | $61 | $61 |
| Milford, Connecticut | $57 | $57 |
| Norwalk, Connecticut | $57 | $57 |
| Stamford, Connecticut | $57 | $57 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Connecticut compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $67 per hour, followed by New Hampshire ($51). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $53 per hour — Massachusetts pays 27% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $67 | $72 |
| New Hampshire | $51 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Connecticut?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $52 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the Connecticut average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $53 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 1% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $52 | $61 |
Last updated on October 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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