Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Massachusetts
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$64.44/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Massachusetts is $64.44 per hour. This is 18% higher than the US average of $52.70.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Massachusetts compared to National Averages
$64.44/hour
Massachusetts
18% higher than the US average.
$52.70/hour
United States
What cities in Massachusetts pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
Springfield, Massachusetts pays Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $66 per hour, followed by Framingham, Massachusetts ($63) and Newton, Massachusetts ($60). Newton, Massachusetts has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $87. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Mental Health Nurses is $64 per hour — Springfield, Massachusetts pays 3% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield, Massachusetts | $66 | $69 |
| Framingham, Massachusetts | $63 | $73 |
| Newton, Massachusetts | $60 | $87 |
How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in Massachusetts compare to nearby states?
Connecticut pays Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by New Hampshire ($51). Connecticut also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $55. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Mental Health Nurses is $64 per hour — Connecticut pays 18% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| New Hampshire | $51 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Mental Health Nurse jobs in Massachusetts?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $66 per hour, followed by Tenet Massachusetts ($24). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Mental Health Nurses is $64 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $66 | $69 |
| Tenet Massachusetts | $24 | $24 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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