Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Texas
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$33.92/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Texas is $33.92 per hour. This is 55% lower than the US average of $52.68.
Last updated on May 26, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$33.92/hour
Texas
55% lower than the US average.
$52.68/hour
United States
What cities in Texas pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Little Elm, Texas and Prosper, Texas pay Behavioral Health Nurses the most, both averaging $60 per hour, ahead of Plano, Texas ($55). For comparison, the Texas average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $34 per hour — Little Elm, Texas and Prosper, Texas pay 77% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Little Elm, Texas | $60 | $60 |
| Prosper, Texas | $60 | $60 |
| Plano, Texas | $55 | $60 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Texas compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $64 per hour, followed by Kansas ($56) and Missouri ($48). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $104. For comparison, the Texas average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $34 per hour — Colorado pays 88% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $64 | $104 |
| Kansas | $56 | $59 |
| Missouri | $48 | $55 |
| Oklahoma | $43 | $46 |
| Tennessee | $41 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Texas?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX ($36). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $51. For comparison, the Texas average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $34 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 49% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $50 | $51 |
| Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX | $36 | $36 |
Last updated on May 26, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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