Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Rhode Island
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$50.15/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Rhode Island is $50.15 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $52.65.
Last updated on October 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages
$50.15/hour
Rhode Island
5% lower than the US average.
$52.65/hour
United States
What cities in Rhode Island pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Westerly, Rhode Island pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Warwick, Rhode Island ($40). Westerly, Rhode Island also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Westerly, Rhode Island pays 19% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Westerly, Rhode Island | $41 | $56 |
| Warwick, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($53) and New Hampshire ($48). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Massachusetts pays 30% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $65 | $72 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| New Hampshire | $48 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Rhode Island?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $50 per hour. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 1% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $50 | $50 |
Last updated on October 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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