Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Michigan

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Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary

$50.30/hour

The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Michigan is $50.30 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $52.62.

Last updated on September 18, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Michigan compared to National Averages

$50.30/hour

Michigan

5% lower than the US average.

$52.62/hour

United States

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

Only Ohio reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $36 per hour. For comparison, the Michigan average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $50 per hour — Ohio pays 28% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Ohio	$36	$36

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

Only Detroit Medical Center reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $37 per hour. For comparison, the Michigan average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $50 per hour — Detroit Medical Center pays 26% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Detroit Medical Center	$37	$37

Last updated on September 18, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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