Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Saint Louis, MO
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$54.25/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Saint Louis, MO is $54.25 per hour. This is equal to the Missouri average
Last updated on March 18, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Saint Louis, MO compared to State and National Averages
$54.25/hour
Saint Louis, MO
21% higher than the US average.
$54.35/hour
Missouri
21% higher than the US average.
$42.78/hour
United States
How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in Saint Louis Compare to Other Cities
How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in Saint Louis Compare to Other Cities
Waynesville, North Carolina
--/hour
Asheville, North Carolina
$32/hour
This is 62% lower than the Saint Louis average of $52.25.
Brevard, North Carolina
$29/hour
This is 80% lower than the Saint Louis average of $52.25.
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $52 | $62 |
| Lee's Summit, Missouri | $33 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Saint Louis?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| BJC HealthCare | $40 | $40 |
Last updated on March 18, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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