Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Asheville, NC
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$54.50/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Asheville, NC is $54.50 per hour. This is 16% higher than the North Carolina average of $45.65.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Asheville, NC compared to State and National Averages
$54.50/hour
Asheville, NC
18% higher than the US average.
$45.65/hour
North Carolina
2% higher than the US average.
$44.71/hour
United States
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Asheville Compare to Other Cities
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Asheville Compare to Other Cities
Rock Hill, South Carolina
$34/hour
This is 61% lower than the Asheville average of $54.50.
Chattanooga, Tennessee
$39/hour
This is 41% lower than the Asheville average of $54.50.
Salem, Virginia
$48/hour
This is 12% lower than the Asheville average of $54.50.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health
- Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
- Asheville, NC
$46-58/hour
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