Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: Delaware
Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary
$58.04/hour
The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in Delaware is $58.04 per hour. This is 9% higher than the US average of $52.62.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Psychiatric Nurse salaries in Delaware compared to National Averages
$58.04/hour
Delaware
9% higher than the US average.
$52.62/hour
United States
How does the pay for Psychiatric Nurses in Delaware compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Psychiatric Nurses the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($53) and Virginia ($51). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Delaware average for Registered Nurses is $58 per hour — Massachusetts pays 9% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $63 | $69 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| Virginia | $51 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $46 | $58 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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