Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Saint Louis, MO
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$50.22/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Saint Louis, MO is $50.22 per hour. This is 21% higher than the Missouri average of $39.57.
Last updated on December 5, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Saint Louis, MO compared to State and National Averages
$50.22/hour
Saint Louis, MO
21% higher than the US average.
$39.57/hour
Missouri
This is equal to the US average
$39.59/hour
United States
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Saint Louis Compare to Other Cities
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Saint Louis Compare to Other Cities
Kansas City, Missouri
$32/hour
This is 55% lower than the Saint Louis average of $50.22.
Lenexa, Kansas
$33/hour
This is 53% lower than the Saint Louis average of $50.22.
Olathe, Kansas
$33/hour
This is 53% lower than the Saint Louis average of $50.22.
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $50 | $57 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Mental Health Nurse jobs in Saint Louis?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| BJC HealthCare | $40 | $42 |
Last updated on December 5, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Psychiatric
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$92K-150K/year
Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, Psychiatric
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$78K-115K/year
Charge Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$34-49/hour
Charge Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$34-49/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$30-47/hour
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