Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Tennessee

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Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary

$40.74/hour

The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Tennessee is $40.74 per hour. This is 21% lower than the US average of $49.28.

Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages

$40.74/hour

Tennessee

21% lower than the US average.

$49.28/hour

United States

How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Tennessee compare to nearby states?

Only Missouri reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $48 per hour. Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $55. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $41 per hour — Missouri pays 18% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Missouri	$48	$55

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Tennessee?

Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $36 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $44. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $41 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 12% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs	$36	$44

Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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