Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Federal Way, WA

Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary

$43.62/hour

The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Federal Way, WA is $43.62 per hour. This is 38% lower than the Washington average of $60.30.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Federal Way, WA compared to State and National Averages

$43.62/hour

Federal Way, WA

9% higher than the US average.

$60.30/hour

Washington

34% higher than the US average.

$39.59/hour

United States

How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in Federal Way Compare to Other Cities

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Vancouver, Washington

$46/hour

This is 5% higher than the Federal Way average of $43.62.

Portland, Oregon

$46/hour

This is 5% higher than the Federal Way average of $43.62.

Fort Collins, Colorado

$36/hour

This is 20% lower than the Federal Way average of $43.62.

What cities in Washington pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Vancouver, Washington$46$60

Last updated on December 5, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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