Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$43.22/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Missouri is $43.22 per hour. This is 6% higher than the US average of $40.78.
Last updated on February 19, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
$43.22/hour
Missouri
6% higher than the US average.
$40.78/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
---|---|---|
Kansas City, Missouri | $39 | $43 |
Lee's Summit, Missouri | $37 | $43 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Missouri compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
---|---|---|
Oklahoma | $43 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Missouri?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Nurse jobs in Missouri?
Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
---|---|---|
BJC HealthCare | $40 | $42 |
HCA MidAmerica Health | $37 | $39 |
Last updated on February 19, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Supervisor Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Behavioral Health
- BJC Behavioral Health
- Saint Louis, MO
$75K-115K/year
Posted 6 days ago
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Psychiatric
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$92K-150K/year
Posted 12 days ago
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Lead Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$34-49/hour
Posted 12 days ago
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric
- HCA MidAmerica Health
- Kansas City, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
$32-39/hour
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Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric
- HCA MidAmerica Health
- Kansas City, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
$32-39/hour
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