Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Ohio
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$46.37/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Ohio is $46.37 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $48.56.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Ohio compared to National Averages
$46.37/hour
Ohio
5% lower than the US average.
$48.56/hour
United States
How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in Ohio compare to nearby states?
Only Virginia reports pay data for Mental Health Nurses, averaging $54 per hour. Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Ohio average for Registered Nurses is $46 per hour — Virginia pays 16% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $54 | $56 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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