Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Florida
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$41.13/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Florida is $41.13 per hour. This is 10% higher than the US average of $36.95.
Last updated on May 9, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Florida compared to National Averages
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Florida compared to National Averages
$41.13/hour
Florida
10% higher than the US average.
$36.95/hour
United States
Last updated on May 9, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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- Tampa, FL
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- Largo, FL
- Nights
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- Largo West Hospital
- Largo, FL
- Days
$31+/hour
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Director of Behavioral Health
- Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
- Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Evenings
$26+/hour
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