Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Florida

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Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary

$46.17/hour

The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Florida is $46.17 per hour. This is 15% lower than the US average of $52.99.

Last updated on October 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Florida compared to National Averages

$46.17/hour

Florida

15% lower than the US average.

$52.99/hour

United States

How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Florida compare to nearby states?

North Carolina pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Virginia ($48) and Tennessee ($40). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Florida average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $46 per hour — North Carolina pays 11% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
North Carolina	$51	$58
Virginia	$48	$52
Tennessee	$40	$40
Georgia	$39	$43
South Carolina	$36	$44

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Florida?

Perm Staff Jobs pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Palm Beach Health Network - Tenet ($33). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Florida average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $46 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 4% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs	$44	$53
Palm Beach Health Network - Tenet	$33	$36

Last updated on October 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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