Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Utah
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$41.94/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Utah is $41.94 per hour. This is 25% lower than the US average of $52.50.
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Utah compared to National Averages
$41.94/hour
Utah
25% lower than the US average.
$52.50/hour
United States
What cities in Utah pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
Only Salt Lake City, Utah reports pay data for Mental Health Nurses, averaging $45 per hour. Salt Lake City, Utah also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Utah average for Registered Nurses is $42 per hour — Salt Lake City, Utah pays 7% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, Utah | $45 | $45 |
How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in Utah compare to nearby states?
Only Colorado reports pay data for Mental Health Nurses, averaging $59 per hour. Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Utah average for Registered Nurses is $42 per hour — Colorado pays 40% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $59 | $59 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Mental Health Nurse jobs in Utah?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Mental Health Nurses, averaging $34 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Utah average for Registered Nurses is $42 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 19% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $34 | $38 |
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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