Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Nevada
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$42.49/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Nevada is $42.49 per hour. This is 16% lower than the US average of $49.10.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Nevada compared to National Averages
$42.49/hour
Nevada
16% lower than the US average.
$49.10/hour
United States
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Nevada compare to nearby states?
California pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $80 per hour, followed by Colorado ($58). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $120. For comparison, the Nevada average for Registered Nurses is $42 per hour — California pays 89% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $80 | $120 |
| Colorado | $58 | $59 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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