Cardiac Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Cardiac Stepdown Nurse Salary
$44.19/hour
The average salary for a Cardiac Stepdown Nurse in Kentucky is $44.19 per hour. This is 12% lower than the US average of $49.64.
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Cardiac Stepdown Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$44.19/hour
Kentucky
12% lower than the US average.
$49.64/hour
United States
How does the pay for Cardiac Stepdown Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Cardiac Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($49) and Georgia ($48). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — Missouri pays 14% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $50 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $49 | $58 |
| Georgia | $48 | $53 |
| Virginia | $39 | $43 |
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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