Clinical Nurse Salary Guide: Kansas City, MO
Average Clinical Nurse Salary
$45.95/hour
The average salary for a Clinical Nurse in Kansas City, MO is $45.95 per hour. This is 10% lower than the Missouri average of $50.40.
Last updated on July 5, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Clinical Nurse salaries in Kansas City, MO compared to State and National Averages
$45.95/hour
Kansas City, MO
7% lower than the US average.
$50.40/hour
Missouri
3% higher than the US average.
$48.97/hour
United States
How Clinical Nurse Salaries in Kansas City Compare to Other Cities
How Clinical Nurse Salaries in Kansas City Compare to Other Cities
Saint Louis, Missouri
$51/hour
This is 11% higher than the Kansas City average of $45.95.
Nashville, Tennessee
$46/hour
This is 1% lower than the Kansas City average of $45.95.
Franklin, Tennessee
$31/hour
This is 47% lower than the Kansas City average of $45.95.
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Clinical Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $51 | $62 |
| Kansas City, Missouri | $46 | $52 |
| Lee's Summit, Missouri | $33 | $44 |
Last updated on July 5, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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