Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Missouri

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Missouri?

The highest paying employer in Missouri for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs is BJC HealthCare, paying up to $39/hr. This is 16% lower than the average pay for Behavioral Health Nurse roles in Missouri.

Q: What cities in Missouri pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?

Saint Louis is currently the highest paying city in Missouri for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs, paying up to $61/hr. This is 10% higher than the average pay for Behavioral Health Nurse roles in Missouri. Other top paying cities include St. Peters, paying up to $49/hr, Kansas City, paying up to $46/hr, and Independence, paying up to $46/hr.

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Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary

$44.82/hour

The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Missouri is $44.82 per hour. This is 7% higher than the US average of $41.79.

Last updated on June 18, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages

$44.82/hour

Missouri

7% higher than the US average.

$41.79/hour

United States

What cities in Missouri pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Kansas City, Missouri	$42	$46
Lee's Summit, Missouri	$40	$45

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

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
BJC HealthCare	$39	$39
HCA MidAmerica Health	$39	$41

Last updated on June 18, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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