Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Saint Petersburg, FL
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$33.39/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Saint Petersburg, FL is $33.39 per hour. This is 23% lower than the Florida average of $41.02.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Saint Petersburg, FL compared to State and National Averages
$33.39/hour
Saint Petersburg, FL
43% lower than the US average.
$41.02/hour
Florida
17% lower than the US average.
$47.81/hour
United States
How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in St. Petersburg Compare to Other Cities
How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in St. Petersburg Compare to Other Cities
Tampa, Florida
$33/hour
This is equal to the St. Petersburg average
Bradenton, Florida
$33/hour
This is 2% lower than the St. Petersburg average of $33.39.
Brandon, Florida
$33/hour
This is equal to the St. Petersburg average
What cities in Florida pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Port Charlotte, Florida | $34 | $46 |
| Punta Gorda, Florida | $34 | $46 |
Last updated on March 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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