Average Acute Care Nurse Salary

$30.42/hour

The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Kansas is $30.42 per hour. This is 30% lower than the US average of $39.60.

Last updated on November 16, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Acute Care Nurse salaries in Kansas compared to National Averages

$30.42/hour

Kansas

30% lower than the US average.

$39.60/hour

United States

What cities in Kansas pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Kansas City, Kansas$33$44
Olathe, Kansas$33$44
Lenexa, Kansas$33$44
Overland Park, Kansas$32$36
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Kansas compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Missouri$49$55
Texas$43$50
Minnesota$36$49
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Kansas?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
HCA MidAmerica Health$30$31

Last updated on November 16, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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