Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Virginia

Q: What cities in Virginia pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?

Culpeper is currently the highest paying city in Virginia for Mental Health Nurse jobs, paying up to $53/hr. This is 17% higher than the average pay for Mental Health Nurse roles in Virginia. Other top paying cities include Alexandria, paying up to $53/hr, Fort Belvoir, paying up to $53/hr, and Warrenton, paying up to $53/hr.

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Average Mental Health Nurse Salary

$33.17/hour

The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Virginia is $33.17 per hour. This is 23% lower than the US average of $40.66.

Last updated on December 5, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Mental Health Nurse salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages

$33.17/hour

Virginia

23% lower than the US average.

$40.66/hour

United States

What cities in Virginia pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Alexandria, Virginia	$40	$53
Woodbridge, Virginia	$40	$53
Manassas, Virginia	$40	$53

How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in Virginia compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tennessee	$44	$46

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Mental Health Nurse jobs in Virginia?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
HCA Capital Division	$33	$41

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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