Average Mental Health Nurse Salary

$33.46/hour

The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Georgia is $33.46 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $35.03.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Mental Health Nurse salaries in Georgia compared to National Averages

$33.46/hour

Georgia

5% lower than the US average.

$35.03/hour

United States

How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in Georgia compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Tennessee$44$46
Florida$41$42
Virginia$33$38

Last updated on February 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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