Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$40.12/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Kentucky is $40.12 per hour. This is 10% lower than the US average of $44.27.
Last updated on February 13, 2025. 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
$40.12/hour
Kentucky
10% lower than the US average.
$44.27/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 |
---|---|---|
Louisville, Kentucky | $31 | $39 |
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 | |
---|---|---|
North Carolina | $55 | $58 |
Maryland | $47 | $48 |
Georgia | $44 | $48 |
Indiana | $44 | $55 |
Pennsylvania | $43 | $48 |
West Virginia | $43 | $55 |
Ohio | $43 | $47 |
Virginia | $38 | $43 |
Tennessee | $37 | $46 |
South Carolina | $29 | $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 | |
---|---|---|
Insight Global | $52 | $52 |
Last updated on February 13, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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