Travel Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Travel Mental Health Nurse Salary
$1,832/week
The average salary for a Travel Mental Health Nurse in North Carolina is $1,832 per week. This is 18% lower than the US average of $2,154.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on 69 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Mental Health Nurse salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
$1,832/week
North Carolina
18% lower than the US average.
$2,154/week
United States
Average Travel Mental Health Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Travel Mental Health Nurses?
Winston-Salem, North Carolina pays Travel Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $1,951 per week, followed by Greensboro, North Carolina ($1,864) and Black Mountain, North Carolina ($1,842). Winston-Salem, North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,234. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Travel Mental Health Nurses is $1,832 per week — Winston-Salem, North Carolina pays 6% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Winston-Salem, North Carolina | $1,951 | $2,234 |
| Greensboro, North Carolina | $1,864 | $2,014 |
| Black Mountain, North Carolina | $1,842 | $1,842 |
How does the pay for Travel Mental Health Nurses in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Kentucky pays Travel Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $2,215 per week, followed by District of Columbia ($2,105) and Maryland ($2,054). Kentucky also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,654. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Travel Mental Health Nurses is $1,832 per week — Kentucky pays 21% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | $2,215 | $2,654 |
| District of Columbia | $2,105 | $2,242 |
| Maryland | $2,054 | $2,507 |
| Virginia | $1,908 | $2,603 |
| Tennessee | $1,807 | $2,032 |
| South Carolina | $1,573 | $1,739 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Mental Health Nurse jobs in North Carolina?
Compunnel Healthcare pays Travel Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $2,664 per week, followed by Seven Healthcare ($2,260) and Cell Staff ($2,258). For comparison, the North Carolina average for Travel Mental Health Nurses is $1,832 per week — Compunnel Healthcare pays 45% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Compunnel Healthcare | $2,664 | $2,664 |
| Seven Healthcare | $2,260 | $2,555 |
| Cell Staff | $2,258 | $2,258 |
| HPA Healthcare | $2,211 | $2,211 |
| VyTalent Solutions | $2,160 | $2,537 |
| Accurate Healthcare Staffing | $2,097 | $2,459 |
| HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA | $2,041 | $2,041 |
| The Judge Group | $2,007 | $2,007 |
| ALOIS Healthcare | $1,964 | $2,097 |
| Vibra Travels | $1,960 | $1,960 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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