Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Kansas
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$48.38/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Kansas is $48.38 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $47.39.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Kansas compared to National Averages
$48.38/hour
Kansas
2% higher than the US average.
$47.39/hour
United States
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Kansas compare to nearby states?
Texas pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Missouri ($49) and Tennessee ($40). Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Kansas average for Acute Care Nurses is $48 per hour — Texas pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $50 | $60 |
| Missouri | $49 | $50 |
| Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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