Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Michigan
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 2% higher than the US average of $49.28.
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
2% higher than the US average.
$49.28/hour
United States
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Michigan compare to nearby states?
Pennsylvania pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Ohio ($36). Pennsylvania also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Michigan average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $50 per hour — Pennsylvania pays 6% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $53 | $56 |
| Ohio | $36 | $36 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Michigan?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Detroit Medical Center ($37) and Patterns Hiring - Perm ($35). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Michigan average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $52 | $100 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $37 | $37 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $35 | $35 |
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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