Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Maine
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$46.73/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Maine is $46.73 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $49.10.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Maine compared to National Averages
$46.73/hour
Maine
5% lower than the US average.
$49.10/hour
United States
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Maine compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $61 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($53). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $71. For comparison, the Maine average for Registered Nurses is $47 per hour — Massachusetts pays 31% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $61 | $71 |
| Pennsylvania | $53 | $56 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Behavioral Health
- MaineGeneral Medical Center -Alfond Center for Health
- Augusta, ME
- 2x12 hrs, Nights
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