Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: Rhode Island
Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary
$50.38/hour
The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in Rhode Island is $50.38 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $52.50.
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Psychiatric Nurse salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages
$50.38/hour
Rhode Island
4% lower than the US average.
$52.50/hour
United States
What cities in Rhode Island pay the most for Psychiatric Nurses?
Westerly, Rhode Island pays Psychiatric Nurses the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Warwick, Rhode Island ($40). Westerly, Rhode Island also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Westerly, Rhode Island pays 19% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Westerly, Rhode Island | $41 | $56 |
| Warwick, Rhode Island | $40 | $51 |
How does the pay for Psychiatric Nurses in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Psychiatric Nurses the most, averaging $62 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($52) and New Hampshire ($26). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Massachusetts pays 24% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $62 | $69 |
| Connecticut | $52 | $55 |
| New Hampshire | $26 | $29 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Psychiatric Nurse jobs in Rhode Island?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Psychiatric Nurses, averaging $46 per hour. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 8% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $46 | $46 |
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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