Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Portland, OR
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$74.00/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Portland, OR is $74.00 per hour. This is 4% lower than the Oregon average of $76.77.
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Portland, OR compared to State and National Averages
$74.00/hour
Portland, OR
46% higher than the US average.
$76.77/hour
Oregon
48% higher than the US average.
$39.71/hour
United States
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Portland Compare to Other Cities
How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Portland Compare to Other Cities
Fort Collins, Colorado
$36/hour
This is 103% lower than the Portland average of $74.00.
Aurora, Colorado
$40/hour
This is 84% lower than the Portland average of $74.00.
Olathe, Kansas
$33/hour
This is 126% lower than the Portland average of $74.00.
What cities in Oregon pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Portland, Oregon | $74 | $74 |
| Hillsboro, Oregon | $46 | $60 |
| Gresham, Oregon | $46 | $60 |
Last updated on December 21, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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