Registered Nurse salary in Kentucky
The median registered nurse in Kentucky earns $38.42 an hour, or $79,910 a year. That’s $6.58 below the national median, ranking #40 of 51.
- Median hourly$38.42
- Median yearly$79,910
- Bottom 10% earn under$30.38/hr
- Top 10% earn over$50.21/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$40.34
- RNs employed48,170
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Kentucky, occupation 29-1141. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all RNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Kentucky
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $28.10/hr | $58,450/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $17.95/hr | $37,330/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $54.74/hr | $113,870/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open RN jobs in Kentucky
- Clinical Care Nurse (RN)CenterWell (Humana)Louisville, KY$71k–$98k/yrRNFull-time
- Registered Nurse-Inpatient StaffVeterans Health AdministrationLouisville, KY$80k–$148k/yrRNFull-timeCloses Nov 13, 2026
- Registered Nurse - EndoscopyVeterans Health AdministrationLexington, KY$75k–$139k/yrRNORFull-timeCloses Nov 13, 2026
- Appeals Nurse Consultant- MUST live in KYCVS Health / MinuteClinicRemote · KY$54k–$117k/yrRNFull-time
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Crestview Hills, KY Urgent Care - 8 hours/week, EveningsCincinnati Children'sCrestview Hills, KY$37–$42.60/hrRNPediatricsPart-timeEvenings
- Regional Clinical Manager - Aetna SKY Northern Bluegrass Region - RN or BHCVS Health / MinuteClinicRemote · KY$78k–$169k/yrRNFull-time