Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Massachusetts
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$64.66/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Massachusetts is $64.66 per hour. This is 19% higher than the US average of $52.62.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Massachusetts compared to National Averages
$64.66/hour
Massachusetts
19% higher than the US average.
$52.62/hour
United States
What cities in Massachusetts pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Framingham, Massachusetts pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Newton, Massachusetts ($60) and Belmont, Massachusetts ($46). Newton, Massachusetts has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $87. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $65 per hour, roughly in line with Framingham, Massachusetts.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Framingham, Massachusetts | $65 | $73 |
| Newton, Massachusetts | $60 | $87 |
| Belmont, Massachusetts | $46 | $71 |
| Stoughton, Massachusetts | $46 | $71 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Massachusetts compare to nearby states?
Connecticut pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by New Hampshire ($51). Connecticut also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $55. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $65 per hour — Connecticut pays 18% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| New Hampshire | $51 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Massachusetts?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $67 per hour, followed by Tenet Massachusetts ($45). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $65 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $67 | $69 |
| Tenet Massachusetts | $45 | $61 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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