Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Washington, DC
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$40.08/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Washington, DC is $40.08 per hour. This is 14% lower than the District of Columbia average of $45.59.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Washington, DC compared to State and National Averages
$40.08/hour
Washington, DC
18% lower than the US average.
$45.59/hour
District of Columbia
4% lower than the US average.
$47.45/hour
United States
How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in Washington Compare to Other Cities
How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in Washington Compare to Other Cities
Hickory, North Carolina
$30/hour
This is 34% lower than the Washington average of $40.08.
Morganton, North Carolina
$30/hour
This is 34% lower than the Washington average of $40.08.
Rutherfordton, North Carolina
$30/hour
This is 32% lower than the Washington average of $40.08.
What cities in District of Columbia pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, District of Columbia | $40 | $53 |
Last updated on May 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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