Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Walnut Creek, CA
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$66.35/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Walnut Creek, CA is $66.35 per hour. This is 6% lower than the California average of $70.62.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Walnut Creek, CA compared to State and National Averages
$66.35/hour
Walnut Creek, CA
39% higher than the US average.
$70.62/hour
California
43% higher than the US average.
$40.44/hour
United States
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Walnut Creek Compare to Other Cities
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Walnut Creek Compare to Other Cities
Portland, Oregon
$46/hour
This is 45% lower than the Walnut Creek average of $66.35.
Vancouver, Washington
$46/hour
This is 45% lower than the Walnut Creek average of $66.35.
Fort Collins, Colorado
$36/hour
This is 82% lower than the Walnut Creek average of $66.35.
What cities in California pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, California | $78 | $97 |
Last updated on January 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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