Average Mental Health Nurse Salary

$36.34/hour

The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Richmond, VA is $36.34 per hour. This is 21% lower than the Virginia average of $44.01.

Last updated on November 26, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Mental Health Nurse salaries in Richmond, VA compared to State and National Averages

$36.34/hour

Richmond, VA

22% lower than the US average.

$44.01/hour

Virginia

1% lower than the US average.

$44.29/hour

United States

How Mental Health Nurse Salaries in Richmond Compare to Other Cities

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Norfolk, Virginia

$34/hour

This is 8% lower than the Richmond average of $36.34.

Falls Church, Virginia

$56/hour

This is 35% higher than the Richmond average of $36.34.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

$35/hour

This is 2% lower than the Richmond average of $36.34.

What cities in Virginia pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Fairfax, Virginia$57$64
Falls Church, Virginia$56$64
Alexandria, Virginia$56$64
Reston, Virginia$43$47
What are the highest paying Agencies for Mental Health Nurse jobs in Richmond?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Core Medical-Perm$38$38
HCA Capital Division$36$37

Last updated on November 26, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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