Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Kansas
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$57.12/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Kansas is $57.12 per hour. This is 14% higher than the US average of $49.26.
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Kansas compared to National Averages
$57.12/hour
Kansas
14% higher than the US average.
$49.26/hour
United States
What cities in Kansas pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Lenexa, Kansas pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Olathe, Kansas ($53) and Overland Park, Kansas ($48). Lenexa, Kansas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Kansas average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $57 per hour — Lenexa, Kansas pays 1% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Lenexa, Kansas | $56 | $59 |
| Olathe, Kansas | $53 | $59 |
| Overland Park, Kansas | $48 | $59 |
| Kansas City, Kansas | $33 | $44 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Kansas compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Missouri ($48) and Texas ($34). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Kansas average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $57 per hour — Colorado pays 1% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $58 | $59 |
| Missouri | $48 | $54 |
| Texas | $34 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Kansas?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $55 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Kansas average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $57 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 4% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $55 | $59 |
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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