Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$51.38/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in North Carolina is $51.38 per hour. This is 2% lower than the US average of $52.62.
Last updated on November 4, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
$51.38/hour
North Carolina
2% lower than the US average.
$52.62/hour
United States
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Only Winston-Salem, North Carolina reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $44 per hour. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $51 per hour — Winston-Salem, North Carolina pays 14% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Winston-Salem, North Carolina | $44 | $44 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($41) and Georgia ($39). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $52. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $51 per hour — Virginia pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $48 | $52 |
| Tennessee | $41 | $46 |
| Georgia | $39 | $43 |
| Ohio | $36 | $36 |
| South Carolina | $34 | $41 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in North Carolina?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $47 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $51 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 8% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $47 | $58 |
Last updated on November 4, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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