Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Kansas City, MO

Q: What cities in Missouri pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?

Saint Louis is currently the highest paying city in Missouri for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs, paying up to $55/hr. This is 37% higher than the average pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse roles in Missouri. Other top paying cities include Columbia, paying up to $43/hr, Lee's Summit, paying up to $36/hr, and Independence, paying up to $36/hr.

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Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary

$30.67/hour

The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Kansas City, MO is $30.67 per hour. This is 7% lower than the Missouri average of $32.93.

Last updated on February 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Kansas City, MO compared to State and National Averages

$30.67/hour

Kansas City, MO

8% lower than the US average.

$32.93/hour

Missouri

1% lower than the US average.

$33.11/hour

United States

How Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salaries in Kansas City Compare to Other Cities

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Lenexa, Kansas

$33/hour

This is 3% higher than the Kansas City average of $31.71.

Olathe, Kansas

$33/hour

This is 3% higher than the Kansas City average of $31.71.

Independence, Missouri

$33/hour

This is 4% higher than the Kansas City average of $31.71.

What cities in Missouri pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Saint Louis, Missouri	$49	$55
Lee's Summit, Missouri	$33	$36

What are the highest paying Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Kansas City?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Children's Mercy	$36	$36
Core Medical-Perm	$36	$36
HCA MidAmerica Health	$30	$36

Last updated on February 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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