Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: New Jersey
Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary
$57.73/hour
The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in New Jersey is $57.73 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 New Jersey compared to National Averages
$57.73/hour
New Jersey
9% higher than the US average.
$52.62/hour
United States
What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Psychiatric Nurses?
Only Englewood, New Jersey reports pay data for Psychiatric Nurses, averaging $45 per hour. Englewood, New Jersey also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Registered Nurses is $58 per hour — Englewood, New Jersey pays 22% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Englewood, New Jersey | $45 | $61 |
How does the pay for Psychiatric Nurses in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Psychiatric Nurses the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($53) and New Hampshire ($51). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Registered Nurses is $58 per hour — Massachusetts pays 10% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $63 | $69 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| New Hampshire | $51 | $53 |
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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