Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky

Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary

$31.16/hour

The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in Kentucky is $31.16 per hour. This is 49% lower than the US average of $46.32.

Estimate based on Payscale data.

Psychiatric Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages

$31.16/hour

Kentucky

49% lower than the US average.

$46.32/hour

United States

How does the pay for Psychiatric Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Virginia$46$54

Last updated on November 22, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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