Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Maryland
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$55.85/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Maryland is $55.85 per hour. This is 6% higher than the US average of $52.65.
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages
$55.85/hour
Maryland
6% higher than the US average.
$52.65/hour
United States
What cities in Maryland pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Gaithersburg, Maryland pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Bethesda, Maryland ($40) and Germantown, Maryland ($40). For comparison, the Maryland average for Registered Nurses is $56 per hour — Gaithersburg, Maryland pays 7% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Gaithersburg, Maryland | $60 | $60 |
| Bethesda, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
| Germantown, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
| Silver Spring, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Maryland compare to nearby states?
Connecticut pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Virginia ($51) and North Carolina ($50). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Maryland average for Registered Nurses is $56 per hour — Connecticut pays 5% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| Virginia | $51 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $50 | $58 |
| Ohio | $36 | $36 |
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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