Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary
$60.94/hour
The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in Wisconsin is $60.94 per hour. This is 20% higher than the US average of $48.56.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Psychiatric Nurse salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$60.94/hour
Wisconsin
20% higher than the US average.
$48.56/hour
United States
How does the pay for Psychiatric Nurses in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Only Missouri reports pay data for Psychiatric Nurses, averaging $49 per hour. Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Registered Nurses is $61 per hour — Missouri pays 20% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $49 | $56 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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