Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Hickory, NC
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$41.40/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Hickory, NC is $41.40 per hour. This is 10% lower than the North Carolina average of $45.65.
Last updated on August 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Hickory, NC compared to State and National Averages
$41.40/hour
Hickory, NC
16% lower than the US average.
$45.65/hour
North Carolina
5% lower than the US average.
$48.16/hour
United States
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Hickory Compare to Other Cities
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Hickory Compare to Other Cities
Rock Hill, South Carolina
$32/hour
This is 31% lower than the Hickory average of $41.40.
Washington, District of Columbia
$40/hour
This is 3% lower than the Hickory average of $41.40.
Saint Louis, Missouri
$52/hour
This is 20% higher than the Hickory average of $41.40.
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Waynesville, North Carolina | $58 | $58 |
| Morganton, North Carolina | $42 | $58 |
| Hickory, North Carolina | $41 | $58 |
Last updated on August 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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