Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: New York
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$64.16/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in New York is $64.16 per hour. This is 18% higher than the US average of $52.50.
Last updated on October 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in New York compared to National Averages
$64.16/hour
New York
18% higher than the US average.
$52.50/hour
United States
What cities in New York pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Only Manhattan, New York reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $55 per hour. Manhattan, New York also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the New York average for Registered Nurses is $64 per hour — Manhattan, New York pays 14% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Manhattan, New York | $55 | $63 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in New York compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $64 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($53) and New Hampshire ($51). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the New York average for Registered Nurses is $64 per hour — Massachusetts pays 1% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $64 | $72 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| New Hampshire | $51 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in New York?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $54 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the New York average for Registered Nurses is $64 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 15% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $54 | $58 |
Last updated on October 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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