Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: District of Columbia
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$45.59/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in District of Columbia is $45.59 per hour. This is 15% lower than the US average of $52.62.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in District of Columbia compared to National Averages
$45.59/hour
District of Columbia
15% lower than the US average.
$52.62/hour
United States
What cities in District of Columbia pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
Only Washington, District of Columbia reports pay data for Mental Health Nurses, averaging $40 per hour. Washington, District of Columbia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the District of Columbia average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Washington, District of Columbia pays 12% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, District of Columbia | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in District of Columbia compare to nearby states?
Connecticut pays Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Virginia ($51) and North Carolina ($46). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the District of Columbia average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Connecticut pays 16% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| Virginia | $51 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $46 | $58 |
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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