Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Texas
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$38.81/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Texas is $38.81 per hour. This is 36% lower than the US average of $52.62.
Last updated on May 9, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$38.81/hour
Texas
36% lower than the US average.
$52.62/hour
United States
What cities in Texas pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
Little Elm, Texas and Prosper, Texas pay Mental Health Nurses the most, both averaging $60 per hour, ahead of Plano, Texas ($58). For comparison, the Texas average for Mental Health Nurses is $39 per hour — Little Elm, Texas and Prosper, Texas pay 55% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Little Elm, Texas | $60 | $60 |
| Prosper, Texas | $60 | $60 |
| Plano, Texas | $58 | $60 |
How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in Texas compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Colorado ($54) and Missouri ($49). Kansas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Texas average for Mental Health Nurses is $39 per hour — Kansas pays 50% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $58 | $59 |
| Colorado | $54 | $58 |
| Missouri | $49 | $58 |
| Tennessee | $44 | $46 |
| Oklahoma | $44 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Mental Health Nurse jobs in Texas?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Mental Health Nurses, averaging $45 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $52. For comparison, the Texas average for Mental Health Nurses is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 15% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $45 | $52 |
Last updated on May 9, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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