Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Raleigh, NC
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$49.22/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Raleigh, NC is $49.22 per hour. This is 5% lower than the North Carolina average of $51.85.
Last updated on July 16, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Raleigh, NC compared to State and National Averages
$49.22/hour
Raleigh, NC
2% higher than the US average.
$51.85/hour
North Carolina
7% higher than the US average.
$48.21/hour
United States
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Raleigh Compare to Other Cities
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Raleigh Compare to Other Cities
Florence, South Carolina
$30/hour
This is 63% lower than the Raleigh average of $49.22.
Rock Hill, South Carolina
$32/hour
This is 55% lower than the Raleigh average of $49.22.
Hickory, North Carolina
$30/hour
This is 64% lower than the Raleigh average of $49.22.
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Waynesville, North Carolina | $58 | $58 |
| Rutherfordton, North Carolina | $55 | $58 |
| Asheville, North Carolina | $51 | $58 |
Last updated on July 16, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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