Clinical Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Clinical Nurse Salary
$43.97/hour
The average salary for a Clinical Nurse in Kentucky is $43.97 per hour. This is 21% lower than the US average of $53.11.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Clinical Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$43.97/hour
Kentucky
21% lower than the US average.
$53.11/hour
United States
How does the pay for Clinical Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
North Carolina pays Clinical Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Georgia ($48) and Tennessee ($42). North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Registered Nurses is $44 per hour — North Carolina pays 22% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $53 | $58 |
| Georgia | $48 | $48 |
| Tennessee | $42 | $51 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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