Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$44.38/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Kentucky is $44.38 per hour. This is 13% lower than the US average of $50.19.
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$44.38/hour
Kentucky
13% lower than the US average.
$50.19/hour
United States
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
Only Frankfort, Kentucky reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $42 per hour. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Frankfort, Kentucky pays 6% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfort, Kentucky | $42 | $42 |
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Georgia pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Missouri ($50) and Tennessee ($40). Missouri has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Georgia pays 19% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $53 | $53 |
| Missouri | $50 | $58 |
| Tennessee | $40 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Kentucky?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Acute Care Nurses, averaging $31 per hour. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 29% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $31 | $31 |
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- Frankfort Regional Medical Center
- Frankfort, KY
$42+/hour
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- Frankfort Regional Medical Center
- Frankfort, KY
$42+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- Frankfort Regional Medical Center
- Frankfort, KY
$42+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- Frankfort Regional Medical Center
- Frankfort, KY
$42+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care
- Frankfort Regional Medical Center
- Frankfort, KY
$42+/hour
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