Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Washington

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

Vancouver is currently the highest paying city in Washington for Mental Health Nurse jobs, paying up to $60/hr. This is 10% higher than the average pay for Mental Health Nurse roles in Washington. Other top paying cities include Gig Harbor, paying up to $59/hr, Issaquah, paying up to $59/hr, and Renton, paying up to $59/hr.

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Average Mental Health Nurse Salary

$41.43/hour

The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Washington is $41.43 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $40.66.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Mental Health Nurse salaries in Washington compared to National Averages

$41.43/hour

Washington

2% higher than the US average.

$40.66/hour

United States

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

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Vancouver, Washington	$46	$60

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

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Colorado	$41	$52

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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