Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Tampa, FL
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$33.39/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Tampa, 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 Tampa, FL compared to State and National Averages
$33.39/hour
Tampa, 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 Tampa Compare to Other Cities
How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in Tampa Compare to Other Cities
Brandon, Florida
$33/hour
This is equal to the Tampa average
St. Petersburg, Florida
$33/hour
This is equal to the Tampa average
Bradenton, Florida
$33/hour
This is 2% lower than the Tampa average of $33.39.
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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