Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Virginia
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$53.73/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Virginia is $53.73 per hour. This is 9% higher than the US average of $48.70.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Virginia compared to National Averages
$53.73/hour
Virginia
9% higher than the US average.
$48.70/hour
United States
What cities in Virginia pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
Reston, Virginia pays Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Alexandria, Virginia ($40). Reston, Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Virginia average for Mental Health Nurses is $54 per hour — Reston, Virginia pays 7% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Reston, Virginia | $57 | $62 |
| Alexandria, Virginia | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in Virginia compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($44) and South Carolina ($39). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Virginia average for Mental Health Nurses is $54 per hour — North Carolina pays 15% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $46 | $58 |
| Tennessee | $44 | $46 |
| South Carolina | $39 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Mental Health Nurse jobs in Virginia?
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 $47. For comparison, the Virginia average for Mental Health Nurses is $54 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $45 | $47 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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