Travel Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: New Jersey
Average Travel Psychiatric Nurse Salary
$2,272/week
The average salary for a Travel Psychiatric Nurse in New Jersey is $2,272 per week. This is 5% higher than the US average of $2,154.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on 2 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Psychiatric Nurse salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages
$2,272/week
New Jersey
5% higher than the US average.
$2,154/week
United States
Average Travel Psychiatric Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
How does the pay for Travel Psychiatric Nurses in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
Vermont pays Travel Psychiatric Nurses the most, averaging $2,449 per week, followed by Connecticut ($2,364) and New York ($2,330). New York has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,834. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Travel Psychiatric Nurses is $2,272 per week — Vermont pays 8% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | $2,449 | $2,750 |
| Connecticut | $2,364 | $2,950 |
| New York | $2,330 | $3,834 |
| Massachusetts | $2,282 | $3,100 |
| New Hampshire | $2,255 | $2,800 |
| District of Columbia | $2,105 | $2,242 |
| Maryland | $2,054 | $2,507 |
| Pennsylvania | $1,947 | $2,265 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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