Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$37.98/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Kentucky is $37.98 per hour. This is 19% lower than the US average of $45.05.
Last updated on May 2, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$37.98/hour
Kentucky
19% lower than the US average.
$45.05/hour
United States
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Registered Nurses?
City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
---|---|---|
Florence, Kentucky | $29 | $46 |
Covington, Kentucky | $34 | $46 |
Edgewood, Kentucky | $30 | $46 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
---|---|---|
Virginia | $51 | $57 |
Pennsylvania | $51 | $66 |
North Carolina | $50 | $52 |
Maryland | $44 | $50 |
Tennessee | $43 | $46 |
Ohio | $43 | $65 |
Georgia | $41 | $45 |
South Carolina | $38 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Kentucky?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Kentucky?
Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
---|---|---|
Talenz Healthcare | $37 | $38 |
Vibra Healthcare | $36 | $38 |
RestoraCare Staffing | $34 | $34 |
Core Medical-Perm | $30 | $30 |
Last updated on May 2, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Winchester, KY
- 5x8 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
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- Versailles, KY
- 3x12 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$24-36/hour
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- Core Medical-Perm
- Versailles, KY
- 3x12 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$55K-85K/year
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