Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: District of Columbia
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$45.59/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in District of Columbia is $45.59 per hour. This is 8% lower than the US average of $49.16.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in District of Columbia compared to National Averages
$45.59/hour
District of Columbia
8% lower than the US average.
$49.16/hour
United States
What cities in District of Columbia pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Only Washington, District of Columbia reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $40 per hour. Washington, District of Columbia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the District of Columbia average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Washington, District of Columbia pays 12% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, District of Columbia | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in District of Columbia compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($53) and Connecticut ($52). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $70. For comparison, the District of Columbia average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Virginia pays 28% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $58 | $70 |
| Pennsylvania | $53 | $56 |
| Connecticut | $52 | $54 |
| North Carolina | $45 | $58 |
| Ohio | $36 | $36 |
Last updated on September 23, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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