Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Amherst, MA

Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary

$15.75/hour

The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Amherst, MA is $15.75 per hour. This is 182% lower than the US average of $44.36.

Last updated on February 18, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Amherst, MA compared to State and National Averages

$15.75/hour

Amherst, MA

182% lower than the US average.

$44.36/hour

United States

How Behavioral Health Nurse Salaries in Amherst Compare to Other Cities

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$37/hour

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

$35/hour

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

$33/hour

What cities in Massachusetts pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Belmont, Massachusetts$46$71
Stoughton, Massachusetts$46$71
Medford, Massachusetts$38$71
Winchester, Massachusetts$46$71

Last updated on February 18, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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