Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: New Jersey
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$44.57/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in New Jersey is $44.57 per hour. This is 18% lower than the US average of $52.61.
Last updated on October 20, 2023. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages
$44.57/hour
New Jersey
18% lower than the US average.
$52.61/hour
United States
What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Only Englewood, New Jersey reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $45 per hour. Englewood, New Jersey also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $45 per hour — Englewood, New Jersey pays 1% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Englewood, New Jersey | $45 | $61 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $64 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($53) and Virginia ($53). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $45 per hour — Massachusetts pays 45% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $64 | $72 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| Virginia | $53 | $56 |
Last updated on October 20, 2023. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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