Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Fort Wayne, IN
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$41.90/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Fort Wayne, IN is $41.90 per hour. This is 3% lower than the Indiana average of $43.13.
Last updated on July 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Fort Wayne, IN compared to State and National Averages
$41.90/hour
Fort Wayne, IN
13% lower than the US average.
$43.13/hour
Indiana
10% lower than the US average.
$47.31/hour
United States
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Fort Wayne Compare to Other Cities
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Fort Wayne Compare to Other Cities
Chicago, Illinois
$37/hour
This is 13% lower than the Fort Wayne average of $41.90.
Saint Louis, Missouri
$51/hour
This is 18% higher than the Fort Wayne average of $41.90.
Columbia, Tennessee
$31/hour
This is 34% lower than the Fort Wayne average of $41.90.
What cities in Indiana pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hammond, Indiana | $37 | $50 |
| Munster, Indiana | $37 | $50 |
Last updated on July 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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