Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Washington
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 27% lower than the US average of $52.62.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Washington compared to National Averages
$41.43/hour
Washington
27% lower than the US average.
$52.62/hour
United States
How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in Washington 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 Washington average for Registered Nurses is $41 per hour — Colorado pays 42% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $59 | $59 |
Last updated on October 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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